New law in Rhode Island aims to protect consumers and insurers from hurricanes

Hurricane Irene

Legislators pass new law ahead of hurricane season New legislation has been signed into law in Rhode Island by Governor Lincoln Chafee and will provide homeowners with additional protection from hurricanes. Last year, homes throughout the state suffered damages caused by Hurricane Irene. The state was able to recover from the natural disaster, but legislators took note of what they considered to be problems in Rhode Island’s insurance system. The legislation aims to solve these problems and improve the state’s defenses against future hurricanes. Homeowners to be protected against consecutive…

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