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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 84(R)

Senate Bill 498

Senate Author:  Taylor, Larry et al.

Effective:  5-28-15

House Sponsor:  Bonnen, Dennis


            Under previous law, the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA) waiver program that allows certain residential structures to qualify for TWIA coverage without obtaining a certificate of compliance was set to expire December 31, 2015. Senate Bill 498 amends the Insurance Code to continue the waiver program indefinitely.