As used in 211 CMR 144.00, the following words mean:
Commissioner. The Commissioner of Insurance appointed pursuant to M.G.L. c. 26, § 6, or his or her designee.
Company. A mutual company or a mutual holding company, as defined in M.G.L. c. 175, § 19G, that proposes to reorganize or convert pursuant to M.G.L. c. 175, §§ 19F through 19W.
Division. The Division of Insurance established pursuant to M.G.L. c. 26, § 1, including outside consultants or advisors retained by the Division of Insurance.
Hearing. The public hearing required by M.G.L. c. 175, § 19H(c)or§ 19U(b)(1), including any prehearing orders and conferences.
Intervenor. A person who may be substantially and specifically affected by the plan and is granted permission, pursuant to 211 CMR 144.07, to intervene in all or a part of a hearing.
Papers. All documents filed in a hearing.
Participant. A person who may be affected by the plan and is granted permission, pursuant to 211 CMR 144.07, to participate in a hearing as determined by the presiding officer.
Party. The company, the Division, and any intervenor.
Person. An individual or legal entity.
Plan. A plan of reorganization or conversion as defined in M.G.L. 175, § 19G
Policyholder. A policyholder of the company.
Presiding Officer. The person or persons who preside at the hearing.
211 CMR 144.02