3/7/05-A bill that would have raised the minimum coverage requirement for drivers in the state who have vehicle insurance has died.
SB2328, sponsored by Sen. Bennie Turner, D-West Point, remained in the House Insurance Committee at the deadline for Senate bills to pass from a House committee, effectively killing it for the year. The bill passed the Senate Feb. 3.
Current law requires drivers to have $10,000 for bodily injury, $20,000 for personal injury and $5,000 for property damage.
The bill would have increased the amounts required to $25,000 for bodily injury and $50,000 for personal injury. The bill suggested $20,000 for property damage.
The changes would have applied only to policies issued after the bill takes effect.
But, a similar House bill – HB722 – is likely headed to Gov. Haley Barbour for approval.

2/10/05-The Senate approved a bill Feb. 3 that would raise the minimum coverage requirement for drivers in the state who have vehicle insurance.
Current law requires drivers to have $10,000 for bodily injury, $20,000 for personal injury and $5,000 for property damage.
SB2328, sponsored by Sen. Bennie Turner, D-West Point, would up the amounts required to $25,000 for bodily injury and $50,000 for personal injury. The bill suggests $20,000 for property damage.
The changes would apply only to policies issued after the bill takes effect.
It has been sent to the House for further consideration. For bill status, call (601) 359-3719.
A similar House bill – HB722 – has been forwarded to the Senate.