Bill Heading to Governor Includes Electronic Notice Requirements

Arizona lawmakers passed a multifaceted bill that includes provisions that would allow workers’ compensation carriers to deliver notices or documents electronically if the party consents to receive electronic communications. Senate Bill 1049, by Sen. David Livingston, R-Peoria, would declare a named insured that effectuates insurance transactions by electronic means is sufficient proof of consent to receive documents electronically, unless the named insured opts out and chooses to receive hard copies. The bill would also explicitly state that the electronic communications and records r...