989.7. The department may purchase insurance against any risk, or portion of any risk, otherwise payable out of appropriated moneys in the fund. The department shall make an annual report on or before September 1st of each year to the Legislature regarding any insurance coverage implemented or required by it. The report shall include, but not be limited to, the type of insurance coverage, its cost, the reason for purchasing the insurance, and any changes in existing insurance coverage and the reason for those changes.
(Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 209, Sec. 2. Effective July 21, 1998.)