Oklahoma § 8-217 - Merger, consolidation or reinsurance
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 8-217 — Merger, consolidation or reinsurance, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-217. Merger, consolidation or reinsurance
(a) No burial association shall merge, consolidate, or reinsure
all of its business with another burial association, except with the
approval of the Oklahoma State Board of Embalmers and Funeral
Directors.
(b) A copy of the agreement or document effecting such merger,
consolidation, or reinsurance shall be filed with the Oklahoma State
Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors.
Laws 1953, p. 134, § 17; Laws 1992, c. 147, § 9, eff. July 1, 1992.
Source: official Oklahoma text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 8-217
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 8-217 cover?
Section 8-217 ("Merger, consolidation or reinsurance") 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.
How do I cite Oklahoma § 8-217?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 8-217 apply to my situation?
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