End to Florida Agents’ ‘Diligent Effort’ Rule on Surplus Lines Takes Effect July 1

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Insurance Journal - Jun 16, 2025

Florida’s governor has signed House Bill 1549 into law, eliminating the requirement that insurance agents make a “diligent effort” to find coverage before placing properties with a surplus lines carrier. Thanks to a late amendment to the bill in May, …...

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