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HB 1177

Telephone solicitors; revise certain provisions regarding Medicare Advantage and Supplement plans.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brent Powell

Mississippi bill establishes telephone solicitation restrictions for Medicare Advantage and Supplement insurance sales to protect seniors from unwanted and deceptive marketing calls.

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Bill Summary · HB 1177

Legislative bill overview

HB 1177 revises regulations governing telephone solicitation practices for Medicare Advantage and Supplement insurance plans in Mississippi. The bill aims to establish clearer rules and restrictions on how insurance agents and telemarketers can contact seniors about these health coverage options.

Why is this important

Medicare beneficiaries are frequently targeted by aggressive telemarketing campaigns, and this bill attempts to protect vulnerable seniors from unwanted solicitations and potentially deceptive sales practices. Clear regulatory standards can reduce consumer complaints and fraud while maintaining legitimate market access for insurance providers.

Potential points of contention

  • Industry burden vs. consumer protection: Insurance companies may argue compliance costs are excessive, while consumer advocates contend restrictions are insufficient to prevent predatory practices
  • Enforcement mechanisms: The bill's effectiveness depends on adequate state resources to monitor and penalize violations, which may strain regulatory agencies
  • Definition ambiguity: Unclear boundaries between permissible outreach and prohibited solicitation could create compliance uncertainty for legitimate insurers and agents

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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