(a) The Commissioner shall adopt by regulation a notice to be provided to insureds or policyholders at each renewal regarding areas of concerns, including:
(1) flood;
(2) coverage for loss from water that backs up through sewers and drains;
(3) deductibles;
(4) storm loss protective device discount;
(5) claims history; and
(6) increased hazard.
(b) The notice provided under subsection (a) of this section shall:
(1) be written in clear and specific language; and
(2) contain the following language in at least 10 point type:
“This notice is not your policy, does not give you any new or additional rights beyond those expressly stated in your policy, and does not alter your policy in any way.”.
(c) The notice provided under subsection (a) of this section does not create a private right of action.
(d) An insurer may provide the renewal notices required by §§ 19–202, 19–205(a)(4)(vii), 19–210(f), and 19–214(a) of this subtitle and § 27–501(n)(2) of this article by sending the notice authorized by subsection (a) of this section.
(e) The notice authorized by this section may be delivered by electronic means if the insurer complies with the requirements of § 27–601.2 of this article.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 19 - Property and Casualty Insurance
Subtitle 2 - Homeowner's Insurance Policies
Section 19-202 - Coverage for Water Damage
Section 19-203 - Liability Coverage for Family Child Care Providers
Section 19-204 - Provisions for Payment of Medical Expenses
Section 19-205 - Annual Summary Statements
Section 19-206 - Insurer to Provide Information and Advice Concerning Flood Insurance
Section 19-206.1 - Notice to Homeowner or Renter Concerning Exclusions for Certain Breeds of Dogs
Section 19-207 - Statement of Optional Coverage Available
Section 19-208 - Coverage for Additional Living Expenses
Section 19-209 - Underwriting Standard in Homeowner's Insurance Policy
Section 19-210 - Actuarially Justified Premium Discount
Section 19-211 - Catastrophic Risk Planning Model
Section 19-212 - Plan of Material Reduction
Section 19-213 - Additional Payments for Replacement Costs
Section 19-214 - Limitation on Number of Claims Made -- Notice