Oklahoma § 36-2806 - Bylaws; permit to do business

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 36-2806 — Bylaws; permit to do business, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 36-2806. Bylaws; permit to do business

Every such association shall adopt such bylaws not inconsistent

with the laws of this state and of the United States, which, in the

judgment of its members will best subserve the interests and

purposes of the association. The members of every such association

shall be held by the laws of this state to comply with all the

provisions and requirements of such bylaws, and the terms of their

policies of insurance shall be deemed to carry such bylaws, as a

part thereof and shall so specify. The bylaws shall contain a form

of certificate of insurance to be used. A copy of all bylaws

adopted, all amendments, and changes therein shall be filed with the

Insurance Commissioner, for his approval, before becoming effective,

together with a list of the members at the time of organization.

When such association has been duly organized and has adopted bylaws

in accordance herewith, the Insurance Commissioner shall issue his

certificate to that effect, whereupon such association may commence

business and grant insurance.

Laws 1957, p. 353, § 2806.

Oklahoma Statutes - Title 36. Insurance

Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 36-2806

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 36-2806 cover?

Section 36-2806 ("Bylaws; permit to do business") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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