- (a) Applications for membership must be kept on file in the office of the association in the order in which they are received and shall show the number of the certificate.
- (b) A copy of the certificate of membership shall be kept with the application.
- (c) The date of increase or an addition to the membership must be noted on permanent record cards in the files of the association and a copy of the new certificate of membership shall be kept with the application.
(d) All applications for membership must be signed by:
- (1) The applicant or his or her parent or legal representative; and
- (2) The soliciting agent.
(e)
(1) In addition to the requirement of Article 12 of the State Board of Embalmers, Funeral Directors, Cemeteries, and Burial Services’ bylaws, burial associations shall:
- (A) Complete the following applications on each prospective burial association member; and
- (B) Comply with the underwriting guidelines established by the board. (Included)
(2) Violation of any rule may result in sanctions as provided for by:
- (A) Arkansas Code § 23-78-101 et seq.; and
- (B) The rules promulgated pursuant to its enforcement by the board.
(f)
- (1) Only a burial association licensed by the board may write certificates of membership up to a maximum of two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500).
(2) All certificates must comply with the:
- (A) Minimum rates;
- (B) Reserve requirements contained in 23 CAR § 331-143; and
- (C) Underwriting guidelines established by 23 CAR § 331-141.