C.R.S. § 10-1-134: Office of insurance ombudsman - plan - report to joint budget committee.

On or before September 15, 2008, the commissioner shall present a plan to the joint budget committee of the general assembly regarding the establishment of an office of insurance ombudsman. The plan shall include an assessment of the need to establish the office, a plan to implement the office, and the estimated costs associated with establishing and maintaining the office. The plan shall require the ombudsman to assist consumers with issues related to insurance availability, claims processing, coverage questions, and other matters related to insurance consumer education and assistance.