House approves long-overdue bipartisan no-fault solution

State Rep. Brad Slagh today joined colleagues in approving a bipartisan plan to deliver significant rate relief for drivers across the state.

The House voted to approve legislation guaranteeing lower rates by giving drivers more choice on personal injury protection coverage, stopping price gouging on medical services for car accident victims, and combating fraudulent claims to help lower costs. The plan will head to the governor for her expected signature.

The bipartisan solution is designed to end Michigan’s long run as the state with the most expensive car insurance rates in the nation.

“Our plan makes car insurance more affordable for everyone in Michigan while providing necessary coverage,” said Slagh, of Zeeland Township. “I’m proud to vote yes today.”

Michigan’s costs are high largely because it’s the only state mandating drivers buy unlimited lifetime health care coverage through car insurance, with no corresponding cap to what medical providers may charge an accident victims. The bipartisan reform plan allows those currently using the coverage to keep it, and those who want it in the future to continue buying it – while providing more affordable options.