The bill introduced on February 18, 2025, seeks to amend the Code of West Virginia by adding a new provision to §33-12-8, which outlines the continuing education requirements for insurance producers. The proposed legislation, titled the "Insurance Continuing Education Responsibility Act," aims to exempt individuals who have held an insurance license for 20 years or more from the obligation to complete continuing education courses. While these long-tenured insurance producers may still choose to attend such courses, it will no longer be a requirement for them.

In addition to this new exemption, the bill includes a general insertion of the term "exceptions" into the existing legal framework, indicating that there may be other exceptions to the continuing education requirements. The overall intent of the bill is to recognize the experience and expertise of seasoned insurance professionals by relieving them of the continuing education mandate, thereby streamlining their professional obligations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 33-12-8