§ 6-21-705 - Powers and duties of Insurance Commissioner. - Arkansas Statutes

6-21-705. Powers and duties of Insurance Commissioner.

It shall be the power and duty of the Insurance Commissioner to:

(1) Establish in the State Insurance Department a program of insurance to cover motor vehicles owned by public school districts, education service cooperatives, and open-enrollment public charter schools. The program shall be in accordance with recognized and established insurance practices;

(2) Establish and, from time to time, modify the premium rates to be charged for various risks;

(3) Specify the form for insurance policies and other forms required for the purposes of this subchapter;

(4) Employ or contract for necessary officials, adjusters, appraisers, attorneys, and other personnel required in the administration of this subchapter;

(5) Engage in a loss control program to assist the public schools in improving and minimizing potential loss of life and property; and

(6) Perform all additional powers and duties necessary to maintain sound insurance underwriting practices recognized by good risk management.