Senate Bill No. introduced by A. Olsen establishes a new legal framework allowing claimants to request information regarding a tortfeasor's liability insurance limits before initiating litigation for personal injury or wrongful death. The bill mandates that claimants serve a request on the insurer of the potentially responsible party, which must include a signed statement affirming the request's purpose and legitimacy. Insurers are required to respond within 45 days, and if they fail to do so, claimants can petition the court for sanctions against the insurer. Additionally, any disclosed insurance information cannot be used as evidence in court.

The bill also includes provisions to ensure that the request for insurance information is not used for improper purposes, such as harassment or unnecessary delays in litigation. It specifies that the disclosure must comply with the Insurance Information and Privacy Protection Act. The bill is intended to be codified as part of Title 27, chapter 1, part 2, and will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.