July, 2000
The following chart represents the states that accept electronic signatures for insurance transactions. States do not require that transactions be conducted electronically, but allow such transactions between consenting parties. Certain documents may still be required in writing, such as cancellation notices.
States that have adopted a form of the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act have been indicated. More states are expected to adopt the Act in the near future. The information presented in the chart is the most current as of the time of printing.
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* Denotes adoption of a version of the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act.
1 Replaces the Kansas Digital Signature Act in Kan Stat. Ann. §60-2616.
2 Louisiana will be proposing adoption of the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act in the 2001 Regular Legislative Session.
3 Nevada will be passing legislation in 2001 to allow for the use of electronic signatures.
4 West Virginia has enacted the Electronic Signatures Authorization Act, W. Va. Code §§39-5-1 through 39-5-9, but the Insurance Department does not authorize the use of electronic transactions at this time.
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