(a) (1) If a policy of universal or variable life insurance contains a provision that allows a policyholder to reduce the face amount of the policy, the insurer shall provide a written notice to the policyholder.
(2) The notice shall state:
(i) that the policyholder’s policy allows for a reduction of the face amount of the policy as an option to retain coverage;
(ii) the amount to be paid to prevent the policy from lapse; and
(iii) the insurer’s customer service telephone number.
(b) The notice shall be sent to a policyholder’s last known address:
(1) at the beginning of the grace period under § 16–202 of this subtitle; and
(2) at least 30 days before termination of coverage.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 16 - Life Insurance and Annuities
Subtitle 2 - Life Insurance Policy Provisions
Section 16-201 - Standard Provisions Required; Exceptions
Section 16-203 - Incontestability
Section 16-204 - Contract Between Parties; Effect of Statements in Application
Section 16-205 - Misstatement of Age
Section 16-208 - Policy Loan Interest Rates
Section 16-209 - Table of Installment Benefits
Section 16-210 - Reinstatement
Section 16-211 - Payment of Benefits
Section 16-212 - Designation of Beneficiary
Section 16-213 - Brief Description of Policy
Section 16-214 - Long-Term Care
Section 16-215 - Limitation of Liability for Death
Section 16-216 - Prohibited Policy Provisions
Section 16-217 - Required Provisions for Wholesale Life Insurance Policies
Section 16-218 - Permitted Riders and Provisions
Section 16-219 - Notice to Policyholders of Universal or Variable Life Insurance