# Insurance (GIN)

## Title 8. Entities That Act as Insurers

### Subtitle 4. Fraternal Benefit Societies

#### Section 8-414

If a society complies with this subtitle, the Commissioner shall:

(1) certify, retain, and record the articles of incorporation of the society; and

(2) provide the incorporators with a preliminary certificate of authority that authorizes the society to solicit members as provided in this subtitle.

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Md. Code Ann., Ins. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)