Sec. 2207.202. CONTENTS OF PLAN OF OPERATION. (a) Subject to the requirements of this chapter, a pool's plan of operation must include:

(1) the organizational structure of the pool, including:

(A) the method of selecting the board;

(B) the board's method of procedure and operation; and

(C) a summary of the method for managing and operating the pool;

(2) a description of the contributions and other financial arrangements necessary to cover the initial expenses of the pool and estimates, supported by statistical data, of the amounts of those contributions or other financial arrangements;

(3) underwriting standards and procedures for evaluating risks;

(4) procedures for purchasing reinsurance;

(5) methods, procedures, and guidelines for:

(A) establishing the premium rates for and maximum limits of excess liability insurance coverage available from the pool; and

(B) managing and investing money in the fund created for the pool;

(6) procedures for processing and paying claims;

(7) methods and procedures for defraying losses and expenses of the pool;

(8) guidelines for nonrenewal of coverage;

(9) minimum capital and surplus to be maintained by the pool; and

(10) minimum standards for reserve requirements for the pool.

(b) The plan of operation may include any matter relating to the organization and operation of the pool or to the pool's finances.

Added by Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 727 (H.B. 2017), Sec. 2, eff. April 1, 2007.