23 CAR § 331-117. Applications

(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.