Up on pups: Pet insurance overhaul clears final legislative hurdle

A bill that would create a regulatory framework for pet insurance oversight, ensuring consumer protections through marketing regulations, required disclosures and more, has cleared the Legislature with broad support.

The Senate swapped Sen. Nick DiCeglie’s bill (SB 1226) for Rep. Kaylee Tuck’s measure (HB 655), passing it on a 36-0 vote. Both versions had already cleared all committee stops unanimously among all lawmakers present.

Among other provisions, the bill would require pet insurance to include a right to return the policy within 30 days of purchase.

The measure now awaits Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signature and, if signed, it would take effect Jan. 1.

– Janelle Irwin, Florida Politics