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HRS §431:4-102

What types of insurance companies can be formed in Hawaii

An insurance company created in Hawaii must be one of three types: a stock insurer, a mutual insurer that collects enough cash premiums upfront to cover its obligations, or a reciprocal insurer. Each type has its own powers, duties, and limits under the law.

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The statute, as written — Types of insurers permitted

An insurer formed in this State shall be either: (1) An incorporated stock insurer, (2) An incorporated mutual insurer which charges for and collects in advance cash premiums in an amount adequate to maintain full legal reserves and to fully meet and discharge all of its obligations and liabilities under its policies without assessments or calls upon its members for additional premium, except as provided in this article relative to the contingent liability of its members, or (3) A reciprocal insurer, with respective powers, duties and restrictions as provided in this article.
Read the official text at capitol.hawaii.gov ↗as published Jan 6, 2026our copy taken Aug 20, 2026

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