NOTICE REGARDING THE USE OF BARCODES ON PREMIUM TAX & FEES REPORTS

BEGINNING WITH THE CALENDAR YEAR 2002 TAX FILING (DUE MARCH 1, 2003), USE OF BARCODES IS NO LONGER REQUIRED ON ANY PREMIUM TAX RELATED DOCUMENTS.

However, State of Delaware and N.A.I.C. instructions do require the use of barcodes on annual statement and other financial reports. Please refer to the annual statement filing requirements checklist for details. Any questions regarding the use of barcodes on annual statements or other required financial documents (other than premium tax and fees reports) should be directed to: