1. I. A qualified association trust or other entity, as defined in RSA 420-G:2, XV, and a qualified purchasing alliance, as defined in RSA 420-M:2, X, shall:

   1. (a) Comply with the rating restrictions outlined in RSA 420-G:4 for all small employer members with 50 or fewer employees based upon the association's or alliance's group experience, except that for a qualified association trust, no rating factor shall be utilized without the express written consent of the association.
   2. (b) Offer all eligible members, as defined under the applicable trust or other documents, coverage and rates on a guaranteed issue and renewable basis.
   3. (c) Comply with the regulations concerning medical underwriting in RSA 420-G:5.
   4. (d) Comply with the preexisting conditions provision of RSA 420-G:7.
   5. (e) Prohibit any employer that voluntarily discontinues participation in either a qualified association trust or a qualified purchasing alliance from rejoining for a period of at least 24 months.
2. II. Nothing in this chapter shall be interpreted to limit the size of employers who may participate in coverage with a qualified association trust or a qualified purchasing alliance.

Source. 1997, 344:1. 2003, 188:8. 2010, 346:10, eff. July 20, 2010.