Sec. 460.110. INSURANCE. (a) An authority may insure, through purchased insurance policies, self-insurance programs, or both, the legal liability of the authority and of its contractors and subcontractors arising from the acquisition, construction, or operation of the programs and facilities of the authority for:
(1) personal or property damage; and
(2) officers' and employees' liability.
(b) An authority may use contracts, rating plans, and risk management programs designed to encourage accident prevention.
(c) In developing an insurance or self-insurance program, an authority may consider the peculiar hazards, indemnity standards, and past and prospective loss and expense experience of the authority and similar authorities and of its contractors and subcontractors.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1186, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 2001.
Structure Texas Statutes
Subtitle K - Mass Transportation
Chapter 460 - Coordinated County Transportation Authorities
Subchapter C. Powers of Authority
Section 460.101. Powers Applicable to Confirmed Authority
Section 460.102. Nature of Authority
Section 460.103. General Powers of Authority
Section 460.104. Power to Contract; Grants and Loans
Section 460.1041. Liability Limited for Rail Services Under Certain Agreements
Section 460.105. Operation of Public Transportation System
Section 460.106. Authorization of Tax Levy
Section 460.107. Acquisition of Property
Section 460.108. Agreement With Utilities, Carriers
Section 460.109. Fares and Use Fees
Section 460.1091. Enforcement of Fares and Other Charges; Penalties
Section 460.1092. Fare Enforcement Officers