Georgia § 33-15-4 Definitions

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§ 33-15-4 — Definitions

Georgia § 33-15-4

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O.C.G.A. § 33-15-4 (2026).

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As used in this chapter, the term:

(1)"Benefit contract" means the agreement for provision of benefits authorized by Code Section 33-15-60 , as that agreement is described in subsection (a) of Code Section 33-15-63 .

(2)"Benefit member" means an adult member who is designated by the laws or rules of the society to be a benefit member under a benefit contract.

(3)"Certificate" means the document issued as written evidence of the benefit contract.

(4)"Laws" means the society's articles of incorporation, charter, constitution, and bylaws, however designated.

(5)"Lodge" means subordinate member units of the society, known as camps, courts, councils, branches, or by any other designation.

(6)"Premiums" means premiums, rates, dues, or other required contributions by whatever name known, wh

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As used in this chapter, the term: (1) "Benefit contract" means the agreement for provision of benefits authorized by Code Section 33-15-60 , as that agreement is described in subsection (a) of Code Section 33-15-63 . (2) "Benefit member" means an adult member who is designated by the laws or rules of the society to be a benefit member under a benefit contract. (3) "Certificate" means the document issued as written evidence of the benefit contract. (4) "Laws" means the society's articles of incorporation, charter, constitution, and bylaws, however designated. (5) "Lodge" means subordinate member units of the society, known as camps, courts, councils, branches, or by any other designation. (6) "Premiums" means premiums, rates, dues, or other required contributions by whatever name known, which are payable under the certificate. (7) "Rules" means all rules, regulations, or resolutions adopted by the supreme governing body or board of directors which are intended to have general application to the members of the society. (8) "Society" means fraternal benefit society, unless otherwise indicated.