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Q&A with candidates for Bowman city commission

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Scranton is burgeoning a revolution. Karyn Chiapella is helping to lead students and teachers down a path towards successful writing skills with a unique approach to ultimately encompass much of southwest North Dakota. At its foundation, Step Up to Writing has a simple concept — but as students progress through grade levels, they learn additional components that make their writing and organizational skills more complete and functional. Chiapella, who has a PhD from Wayne State University in Michigan, is a certified trainer of the approach to teaching writing, which was created in 1999 by Maureen Auman. The Scranton students were struggling with writing and one day Chiapella, a paraprofessional at Scranton Public School, overheard a fellow teacher explaining that she was beginning to implement a program called Step Up to Writing. She was floored, having become a trainer of the program. Last August the school held a two-hour introductory course to the program — and it received a 100 percent buy-in from the teachers and administrators, thus

Election 2016

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can be used with any curriculum. “Our kids have struggled with going from class to class and ev-

The following questions and answers mark the first part of The Pioneer’s engagement with the candidates for public office across the county. There are four candidates for the Bowman City Commission, with two seats left vacant by Mike Sondeland, who’s not seeking re-election, and Chuck Whitney, who is vacating his seat to run for commission president. The four candidates, Sonia Campbell, Ryan Shear, Dan Peterson and Myron Vail, were each asked to respond to the same questions.

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Gretchen Flatz, left, a science teacher at Scranton School, was a self-proclaimed poor writer until she learned the concepts of Step Up to Writing. She displays some of her students work using Step Up to Writing. (Pioneer Photo by Bryce Martin) began Scranton’s writing “revolution.” Step Up to Writing is a multisensory writing process that uses a common object as its founda-

tion: a stoplight. It uses sticky notes, graphic organizers and word lists to help students focus more clearly on what they’re writing and the subject matter. And it

Bowman museum welcomes new administrator By BRYCE MARTIN Pioneer Editor

Hettinger native Jean Nudell has recently become the new face of the Pioneer Trails Regional Museum. The Bowman museum welcomed Nudell as its replacement for Lori Nohner, who left late last year for another position in Minnesota, but tweaked the position’s title. Serving now as museum administrator, Nudell is picking up where Nohner left off in her pursuits to make the museum a stand out in the state. Voted one of the best historical

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Pioneer Trails Regional Museum Administrator Jean Nudell, who was hired in April, stands in her favorite space of the museum, the archives room. (Pioneer Photo by Bryce Martin)

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attractions in North Dakota, the Pioneer Trails Regional Museum has become a hidden gem for tourists and the local community. Realizing this, Nudell has made her current focus to bring the museum’s gift shop into the present, even adding some branded products like sweatshirts, water bottles and candy bars. She will also be giving a big push on social media to promote the museum, with constant engagement with the public through the museum’s Facebook page. There’s also a new Instagram account. “We’ve got a lot of Instagram followers ... it will spread to grab people who are hopefully traveling

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through,” she said. Nudell, 26, graduated with a bachelor’s degree in business and English from Jamestown College. She received her master’s in library and information science from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. After her education, she discovered she wasn’t much of a “city girl,” and moved back to southwest North Dakota. She found out through her aunt that the position at the museum was available. She previously worked at Dakota Buttes Museum in her hometown of Hettinger, which she called her favorite summer job.

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IN BRIEF

Rummage trail mixes sales with history Saturday, June 4 is the fifth annual Old Red Trail Rummage Sale from Mandan to Dickinson. Starting at 8 a.m. local time, and continuing through 5 p.m. local time, communities are lining up events, food, and entertainment to go along with the 108 miles of Old Red Trail Rummage Sales. Look for the red balloons in the communities and try out lunch at several of the communities. New Salem Historical Society and Museum will be selling great antique items at the museum. The roadside scenery between Almont and Glen Ullin is a great drive as you travel into Hebron for the rummage sales. Before you leave, stop at Dacotah Clayworks, where there will be over 200 coleus plants of different varieties for sale. Richardton has not only the local rummage sales, but also great items at the Abbey and the Monastery for sale. A sidewalk sale at the Taylor Nursery on Main Street, Taylor, will keep you wandering through the new plants and gifts, and Gladstone is a must stop before Dickinson. Dickinson has not only rummage sales going on throughout town, but also new unique shops that can add to your trunk of treasures. The Talking Trails signs along the highway are places you don’t want to miss. Just stop at the sign, dial the number and extension and listen to the history of the site. You’ll learn about the local history along the Old Red Old Ten Scenic Byway. Jump in your vehicle and take to the road, there’s lots to pick up along the Old Red Old Ten Scenic Byway, just parallel to interstate 94. Go to Facebook - Old Red Rummage Sale 2016 for information.

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■ The Good Neighbor Garden Club will be holding its annual/perennial plant sale on Friday, May 20 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the 4 Seasons Pavilion in Bowman. Many yard and garden plants will be on sale. ■ Bowman Success Project – 6 p.m. at the Bowman Lodge and Convention Center

■ Rhame Burgers in the Park – Starts at 5 p.m. at the Rhame City Park

■ Wild Flower Tour and Plant Collecting 9 a.m. at the Pioneer Trails Regional Museum's Frontier Room. Contact the museum at 701-523-3600 to register.

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FROM PAGE 1 Unfortunately due to some email problems on our behalf, candidate Ryan Shear did not receive the questions in a timely manner and had limited time on Wednesday, the paper’s print deadline, to provide answers. We start alphabetically, with Sonia Campbell.

∞ Sonia Campbell, 75 Why are you running to become a commissioner? I want to serve the city that has been so good to me and my family. Being retired, I have the time to commit. What is your previous experience with the city commission? Have you ever attended a city commission meeting? Nothing specific. I’ve attended several meetings to help me better understand how the system works. What are your feelings regarding the new industrial park? I have no specific opinion on the new industrial park as I was not able to attend any of the public meetings. How well do you feel the current city commission operates? Do you believe they are effective? What are some examples of situations where you disagree with their motions, etc., if any? With the variety of experience and ideas on the commission I feel they operate well. Yes, they are effective. I have no motions to disagree with. What do you believe is the role of a commissioner? To listen to your constituents and try to do the best you can for the city within the limits of what the state will allow. What city level topics most speak to you? Why? Fixing infrastructure problems. Maintaining current employees that do such a good job of keeping the city running smoothly.

■ Youth Activity Day –10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Registration begins at 10:15) at the 4 Seasons Pavilion

What leadership experience do you possess? Postmaster in Bowman and Rhame for 24 years.

■ Bowman County Commission Candidate Q&A Forum – 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.) at Bowman Lodge & Convention Center.

What is your vision for the future of Bowman? Revitalize Main Street.

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■ Auditions for the Missoula Children’s Theater Performance in Bowman – 10 a.m. $30 per child, grades first through 12th at the Rouzie Recreation Center in Bowman

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■ Missoula Children’s Theater Performances – 7 p.m. June 17 and 3 p.m. June 18 at the Rouzie Recreation Center in Bowman

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What do you see are the biggest challenges facing the city at the present time? Friction between current commissioners. When we don’t work together it drives a wedge between people in the community. Do you believe in government transparency? How would you work to ensure that all proceedings of the city commission are met with

fairness, equality and that the public is aware of such proceedings? Yes. I feel the meetings already meet these criteria. There is adequate notice of meetings, meetings are open, recorded and published in the paper. How do you approach controversial issues? Educate myself on the issue from both sides before I make a decision.

∞ Dan Peterson, 47 Why are you running to become a commissioner? To continue to make Bowman a great place to live, by using my experience as a local business owner, military leadership training and common sense approach to issues. What is your previous experience with the city commission? Have you ever attended a city commission meeting? I have attended numerous city commission meetings over the years and feel I have a solid understanding of how local government works. What are your feelings regarding the new industrial park? I’m very much in favor of economic development when it makes sense and there is an obvious need. I’m not opposed to the idea of a new industrial park, but not in the location that has been chose. I’m in favor of the county buying the old airport to protect the adjacent land owners, but not spending over $1M for infrastructure that most likely will never be used. How well do you feel the current city commission operates? Fair and open to public opinion. Do you believe they are effective? What are some examples of situations where you disagree with their motions, etc., if any? Spending over $1M of surge funds for the new industrial park infrastructure, when there were no written requirements as to how the surge funds were to be spent. What do you believe is the role of a commissioner? An advocate of the citizens of Bowman. This includes fiscal responsibility, listening to constitutes, consider all sides of every issue from every point of view. What city level topics most speak to you? Why? Fiscal responsibility. The city lost approximately $10 million in taxable sales, from $41 million in 2014 to $31 million in 2015. How do we adjust and still meet the needs of the community? What leadership experience do you possess? 16 years of school board

experience. 25 years of military experience, to include top leadership positions within the state of North Dakota. Former Bowman County Economic Development Corp. committee board member. Commander of Bowman American Legion post. What is your vision for the future of Bowman? Increase and maintain economic growth in the community. Maintain the high level of services being provided to the citizens of Bowman. What do you see are the biggest challenges facing the city at the present time? Declining business growth. When the new grocery store is built, there could be at least 7 empty businesses on Main Street. What can the city do to assist the BCDC in recruiting new businesses to fill these empty buildings? Secondly, how does the city maintain its current level of services with less state funds and reduced sales tax revenue? Do you believe in government transparency? How would you work to ensure that all proceedings of the city commission are met with fairness, equality and that the public is aware of such proceedings? Transparency is the only way government should be operated. (How would you work to ensure that all proceedings of the city commission are met with fairness, equality and that the public is aware of such proceedings?) I believe that is being done already, so I would support the environment and procedures that are already in place. How do you approach controversial issues? Fact finding, when time is available. Case in point is the approach I took before attending the public meetings for the industrial park. However, there are times when issues are sprung on you at a meeting and you have to think on your feet (this has happened a couple times over the years on the school board). You try to gather information as it’s presented and you may not be able to form an opinion until a later date. It’s okay to tell someone with an issue that we will get back to them at a later date, but it’s critical to follow through with it and not keep someone guessing.

∞ Ryan Shear, 26 Why are you running to become a commissioner? I am running for commissioner because the current generation needs to play a role in our community. The leadership of our town has been composed of the later generations in the past. It is time for new ideas and involvement in our community from the younger generation. I also want to make sure our community stays

operating on the right track and continues to thrive and grow for many generations to come. What is your previous experience with the city commission? Have you ever attended a city commission meeting? I have attended city commission meetings in the past to get educated on various projects and issues the community was facing at the time. What are your feelings regarding the new industrial park? I know the new industrial park is a very controversial subject in our community. I feel that Bowman would benefit from an industrial park. We need somewhere presentable for businesses, that wouldn’t be suitable for Main Street, to go. With that being said, I believe that the location chose was not the right decision. First off, it is going to take a lot of money to make the land suitable to build on. Second, the location is out of the way. People don’t want to go out of town, that far, to go to a business. The decision has been made though, so my thoughts are: we work with what we are given. How well do you feel the current city commission operates? Do you believe they are effective? What are some examples of situations where you disagree with their motions, etc., if any? I feel the current and past commission has done a good job running our town. They are effective and tend to justify their actions. Not everyone is going to agree or disagree with every single motion carried out in a meeting. The biggest thing is that the voice of the community needs to be heard before a decision is made! What do you believe is the role of a commissioner? The commissioners are in charge of taxation, ordinances, and the general operations of the city. Commissioners are representing the community members. They are the voice of the community when it comes time to make vital decisions for their town. What city level topics most speak to you? Why? There are three topics that speak to me the most. First is the industrial park. As I said before, it is a big topic in our community and I want to make sure the citizen’s voices are heard moving forward with the project. Second is the infrastructure. Over the last year Bowman has had a lot of sewer issues. Funding needs to be spent accordingly to assure the necessities are taken care of before projects that could be postponed. Lastly we need to focus on the businesses in our community. We need to make sure the great businesses

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ery teacher has a different idea about what they’re supposed to do,” Chiapella said, but with Step Up to Writing each teacher uses the same foundation. Education of the program begins in preschool, where it takes an oral form. “If I can speak, I can write,” she explained. It’s starting early to plant the seeds of the program. In Step Up to Writing, green means to go, to start talking about the topic. The big ideas, reasons and facts are yellow, to slow down. Those become each body paragraph. More explanation and details on each fact is signified by the color red, to stop and think carefully. The conclusion goes back to green, to remind the readers what the writer is talking about. “I heard from a parent that said, ‘my student’s a senior and he’s graduating learning about traffic lights?’” she balked. While some parents might disagree with the philosophy — or not understand it — the students are reacting well. “When our seniors were taking the placement test for writing, Colbey Steeke said, ‘If I had not known Step Up to Writing, I would not have passed that writing assessment,’” she said. That’s because it helps the students organize their ideas on paper and avoid the cumbersome task of sorting out large amounts of facts. The end result creates a solid, well thought out paper, and that’s Chiapella’s goal: to have at least one well-written paper rather than 10 that are inadequate. Its effects are felt throughout the years of study and has even proven to be retained by adults. Gretchen Flatz, a science teacher at Scranton School, was a self-described poor writer. That is until she began to utilize the concepts of Step Up to Writing. Now she’s one of the top writers in her Master’s class. Flatz, along with English teacher Michelle Engraf, have joined Chiapella to become certified trainers of the writing program. Their ultimate goal is to spread use of the program to regional schools across south-

An example of the techniques that Scranton Public School is using in its Step Up to Writing program, which started last August.

“When our seniors were taking the placement test for writing, Colbey Steeke said, ‘If I had not known Step Up to Writing, I would not have passed that writing assessment.’” - Karyn Chiapella (LEFT) In classrooms around Scranton Public School hang signs dedicated to reminding students of the concepts of Step Up to Writing. (Pioneer Photo by Bryce Martin) data shows that the program works, but the school doesn’t have much collected. “What’s going to be a telltale sign is, we have one year of North Dakota State Assessment tests under our belt, and when that comes up next year we’re going to reveal our scores no matter what,” she said. Though she indicated that teachers have said they feel that their students have improved in their writing skills with Step Up to Writing. west North Dakota. Several other school districts, such as Hettinger and Mott-Regent, have learned and begun to utilize the concepts that were first seen in Scranton. Bowman is next on the list, as well as Harding and Slope County

schools. The mission is to build a collaborative community where teachers can communicate with one another and discuss their experiences with the program. Teachers from the other districts ask if Scranton’s

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COMMUNITY Gaugler joins NDSU Extension Celebrating your neighbors

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Erin Gaugler has joined the North Dakota State University Extension Service in Bowman County as the agriculture and natural resources agent. Gaugler will work collaboratively with a team of Extension and research professionals and volunteers to provide educational programs in agriculture, in-

cluding farm business management/farm marketing, cropping systems, livestock systems and horticulture. She also will provide leadership, resource support and program coordination in the areas of 4-H youth development and community development and leadership. “The opportunity to further develop the Extension

program in Bowman County is exciting to me because of the passion I have for agriculture and the value that I place on research and program development,” Gaugler says. Gaugler started May 9. Prior to joining the NDSU Extension Service, she worked as a soil conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Burleigh County. She has worked in a

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Andrea Richard, daughter of Myles and Terri Richard, Bowman, North Dakota, received the North Dakota State University John and Alyce B. Travers Full Tuition Scholarship in the amount of $8,098. The scholarship recognizes high academic achievement. Richard will enter NDSU in the fall and plans to ma-

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For Bowman City Commission President Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 2 For Bowman County Commission Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

At the Bowman Lodge & Convention Center 207 W. US-12, Bowman, ND

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She jumped at the chance to work for a renowned museum, which she first experienced on a school field trip in seventh grade. Since then she’s been fascinated by what it had to offer. She plans to keep growing the museum’s already vast collection of exhibits, hoping for the opening of the large east building in the near future. She said she’s excited to join boards and committees within the community and already has plans to relocate to Bowman in the summer. Her hope is that the museum will offer more local

jor in family and consumer sciences education and minor in psychology. In high school, she was active in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America; speech; Students Against Destructive Decisions; pep club; choir; National Honor Society; football statistics; golf; and youth group.

historical attractions. Her favorite part of PTRM is the archives room as she’s fascinated by historical records and old newspapers because they boast local historical points. “To make us really special, I think we need to focus some on us especially,” she said, “I think people are interested in that.” But she recognizes that there is a great need for volunteers to help with the museum in the meantime. The Pioneer Trails Regional Museum is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Admission is $5 for ages 14 and up, $3 for ages seven to 13 and children six and under are free.

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College and an M.S. degree in range science from NDSU. “I look forward to working with Erin in her new role with the NDSU Extension Service,” says Jim Gray, southwest district director for the NDSU Extension Service. “Her academic background, work history and passion for agriculture make her a great fit for the county agent position.”

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variety of other agricultural positions and is familiar with southwestern North Dakota where she continues to be an active member of her family’s farm and ranch. She also is an accomplished artist. Gaugler earned A.S. degrees in wildlife management and human communication from Casper (Wyo.) College, a B.S. degree in agriculture and natural resources from Berea (Ky.)

Contact me if you have any questions, comments and ideas for the future at 701-279-5885! Paid for by friend of Jerry Jeffers Nicole Njos, Campaign Chair

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Engagedment Announcement Bryan and Annette Krinke of Scranton, ND are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Tiffany Rosanne, to Derrik John, son of John and Diane Krumm of Strasburg, ND. Tiffany, is a graduate of Scranton High School and University of Jamestown with a Double Bachelor’s Degree in Mass Communication and Vocal Performance. She is currently employed at Northland Healthcare Alliance in Bismarck, ND. Derrik is a graduate of Strasburg High School and received an Associates Degree in Electrical Technology from North Dakota State College of Science. He is a farmer/rancher and owner of Krumm Electric, LLC. The couple will be married Saturday, June 25th, 2016 at Sylvan Lake nearCuster, SD. Tiffany is the granddaughter of Neil and Rosalie Krinke and Jerry and Joanne Smyle of Scranton, ND.

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OPINION

Your community’s views We want to hear from you. Send your Letters to the Editor via email to bmartin@countrymedia.net.

Music is a gift that lasts a lifetime Last month, I was sitting at a friend's funeral when the very first song the soloist sang brought me to tears. The song By “Come to Jesus” was LORI beautiful, perfect and SOLA hit me in a way words For the alone could not. Tears Pioneer streamed down my face as my heart took in every word as if it was the first time I truly heard what the song was saying. On Sunday, I was watching the movie, God's Not Dead 2. I won't spoil it for you, but the song, "How Great Thou Art" choked me up, but yet I felt compelled to quietly sing along...something I've never done at a movie theatre. By the end of the movie, I was happily singing along to “God’s Not Dead.” Then on Monday, as our elementary students sang during their spring concert, my heart filled with joy and gratitude as our young singers have truly blossomed under the direction of Lauren Holder. It’s probably the first time my son said he was excited for the concert. I am happy to report I could see his lips moving and he actually smiled as he sang! One third grade singer impressed me so much, proud tears sprang to my eyes and I'm not even his mother! I also enjoyed watching and listening to fellow flute players in the fifth and sixth grade bands and loved seeing a certain red-headed boy gain confidence as a percussionist (and I'm not his mother either!). After the concert, this column (which is usually submitted by Sunday night) took on a whole different life and my previous plans went out the window. It was as if God purposely put my writing on hold so I could incorporate what I just witnessed. Music has always had a special place in my heart. There's those musicians who send tingles down my spine; move me to tears; lift my spirits; or put a spring into my step. Oftentimes, musicians work for one performance. There usually are no do overs, a next game or meet. Expectations are often high on performance day and everyone tries their best for perfect pitch, perfect timing, perfect pronunciation, and cutoffs that are perfectly done in unison. But great performers don't stop there; they make the words and notes come alive with feeling, expression and purpose. As a person who dabbles in music myself, I know just how much work goes into making a song just right. Not everyone is a natural performer. I know about the nervousness that leads up to the performance. I know the awkwardness of being on center stage. I know the exhilaration when all goes well, but I also know how it feels when words are lost during a solo and things just don't go as well as planned. But the important thing is to never give up on the song that is in your heart. You see, music is one of those rare gifts that lasts a lifetime. As a wise man has told me, God-given gifts are meant to be shared. I look forward to the future of our music department and encourage all the students to share their talent with others, no matter how big or small the stage.

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Bird board Hat Tips By DEAN MEYER For the Pioneer

Hello, Do you ever think about boards? There are a lot of boards. Oh, not the 2x4 or 2x6 boards. But like the barber board, the hairdresser board, the board of animal health…the list can go on forever. I didn’t realize how many boards there are until I was in the legislature. I remember Claude getting mad at me about the barber board. Claude was our hometown barber in Watford City. The barbershop was, and still is in many communities, the center of the world. You could argue politics or

the best breed of cattle. You could lambaste the city council or the county commission or you could replay the bad call the ref made that cost you the state title in football. Anyway, I was researching a bill related to the barber board and found where to be licensed, a barber had to be “of good moral character”. I wrote that I couldn’t figure out how Claude got his license. He didn’t take kindly to criticism. I’ve served on a lot of boards. From boards dealing with the agriculture industry to boards that operated the rural fire department. You meet a lot of different kinds of people serving on boards. Some who never stop talking. And some who will serve on a board for years and never say a word. They are just there. I guess it takes all kinds. And then there are the government regulations that you have to deal with. If you are

N.D. Outdoors By Doug Leier

North Dakota’s 2016 deer gun season opens Nov. 4 at noon and as the saying goes, if you want to participate, you need a deer license, and if you want a license, you need to draw one in the lottery. The first step to drawing a license in the lottery is applying by June 1, the 2016 deadline. While there is no advantage gained by applying through the North Dakota Game and Fish Department’s website, or by filling out a paper application and mailing it in or even delivering it in person to the Game and Fish office

in Bismarck, filing an online application sure helps speed up the process of preparing to hold the lottery drawing. For the most part, the drawing is a true lottery in that everyone who applies has a chance. The people who have gone more years in a row without drawing a first-choice license do have more chances or better odds, because of bonus points that accumulate for each unsuccessful year. This year, applicants in some units will have a bit better odds than last year, as 49,000 licenses are available to hunters, 5,725 more than last year. Jeb Williams, Game and Fish wildlife chief, said population and harvest data indicate the state’s deer population is stable to increasing, primarily due to seven years of reduced gun licenses combined with

on a school board or county commission, you learn that in spite of your campaign promises, you can’t really operate as independently as you had promised. For instance, if you take federal money to put in a pipeline to water your cattle, you have to put a board in the tank so birds taking a bath can walk out of the tank. Otherwise every few days you have to throw a dead bird out of the tank. Not real cool. Now I know what you are thinking. How in the heck is Dean going to tie all of this together. Well, years ago, one of the local grazing associations was holding an annual meeting. The discussion meandered (like a meandering stream) around until they got to talking about the pipeline project. The president of the association was talking about installing bird boards in all of the tanks on the pipeline.

One old cowboy in the back of the room had kind of dozed off and when he awoke he heard them talking about bird boards. He hadn’t had much input into the meeting all afternoon and it was getting nigh onto happy hour so he wanted to end the meeting. He quickly piped up, “If it’ll help get this meeting over with, I’d sure volunteer,” he piped up. The president asked, “Volunteer for what”? “To serve on that bird board!” Later, Dean

recent mild winters. “Consequently, a small increase in deer licenses will provide increased hunting opportunities, while continuing to encourage population growth,” Williams said. “Most of the additional licenses are for antlered deer.” The mule deer population in the badlands increased for the fourth consecutive year, with numbers showing the spring mule deer index is up 21 percent from last year. Williams said a conservative management approach will remain in the badlands, and for the fifth consecutive year, Game and Fish will not issue any antlerless mule deer licenses in units 4A, 4B and 4C. However, for the first time since 2011, mule deer doe licenses are available in units 3B1, 3B2, 4D, 4E and 4F. “Mule deer numbers are

above the population objective and long-term average in certain areas, therefore a limited number of antlerless mule deer licenses are available in these units,” Williams said. The breakdown of licenses available for 2016 includes 2,550 for antlered mule deer, an increase of 675 from last year; 928 for muzzleloader, an increase of 100 from last year; and 225 restricted youth antlered mule deer licenses, an increase of 38 from last year. New this year is an option that allows unsuccessful applicants to donate their refund to the Game and Fish Department Private Land Open to Sportsmen or PLOTS program. The donation is not tax deductible. Proceeds from this donation fund would be focused on deer habitat and hunting access to deer habitat.

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OBITUARIES Robert “Bob” T. Folske, 79 Robert “Bob” T. Folske, 79, of Bowman passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2016 at the Southwest Healthcare Hospital in Bowman. Mass of Christian Burial was on Friday, May 13, 2016 at 10 a.m. at the St. Charles Catholic Church in Bowman. The Rev. David Morman celebrated the Mass with burial to follow in the Bowman Cemetery. There was a Rosary and Vigil Service on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at the St. Charles Catholic Church beginning at 7 p.m. Visitation for Bob was on Thursday, May 12, 2016 at the Krebsbach Fu-

FOLSKE neral Home Chapel beginning at 10 a.m. Bob was born Sept. 14, 1936 to Albert and Ella (Wood) Folske on the homestead in Slope County, north of Bowman. He attended Cottage School for grades first through eighth and graduated from Bow-

man High in 1954. Bob was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church and the Bowman Knights of Columbus. Bob married his high school sweetheart Dora Mae Andrews on June 4, 1957. They have two sons, Dan and Dick along with a daughter Jane. They lived in Stevensville, Mont., for a short time until being called back to help run the family farm. Bob used his many talents to restore a Model T and a buggy that he traded to Vic Wokal, along with a horse he raised and trained, for his first airplane. This was the first of many trades over the years. Bob got his Commercial Pilot license in 1967 and started Folske Flying Ser-

vice, and was an aerial crop sprayer for 35 years. He also acquired his Glider Pilot license. Through the years he raised and bred registered Angus cattle, along with animals ranging from horses to emus. Bob was a gentle man with many life long friendships earned through years of travel, serving on the Boards of the ND Stockmen's Association, Slope County Fair and the 4-H Council. He was part of many other groups because of his vast array of interests such as draft horses, wagon trains, Yesterday's Farmers, woodturning, carving and painting. He always found the local coffee hangout wherever he went, making new friends along the way.

Little children had a special place in his heart and were drawn to his genial spirit. One of the things he loved to do was to show them how to make rope. He would let them pick out the colors and help make it, giving them the rope when it was done. After leasing out the farmland and retiring, his greatest joy was traveling with Dora. They would load up the camper and take off for parts unknown from Texas to Alaska, where they returned several times, being sure to see the friends they met during previous trips. Survivors include: wife Dora; sons Dan (Kathy) Folske, Bowbells, and Dick Folske, Bowman; daugh-

ter Jane (Hans) Ahlness, Fargo; grandchildren Jason (Dana) Piesik, Jodi ( Jamie) Jorgenson, Conner Folske, Alexandra and Sean Ahlness; great-granddaughters Shay and Daltyn Piesik, Shyla, Maisey and Hallie Jorgenson and Journey Folske; brothers Jim (Cindy) Folske, Dave Folske and Al ( Judy) Folske; along with four nieces, six nephews, many great nieces and nephews and one great-great nephew. Bob was preceded in death by his grandparents Theodore and Bertha Folske, and his parents Albert and Ella Folske. Krebsbach and Kulseth Funeral Services of Bowman in charge of the arrangements.

n State reminds electors to vote in 1 column of political party Secretary of State Al Jaeger reminds electors that they cannot vote in the column of more than one political party when marking their ballot in the political party primary section on the June 14 election ballot. The front side of the ballot contains separate columns for the Republican Party, the Democratic/NPL Party, and the Libertarian Party. Under state law, electors may only mark votes for candidates listed in the column designated for one of the political parties. In the political party primary, if an elector casts a vote for candidates in the column of more than one political party, it is considered a crossover vote and no votes cast by the elector in the political primary portion of the ballot will be counted. Therefore, it is important for the elector to read and follow the instructions above the political party ballot columns, which are located on the front side of the ballot. When the elector is marking his or her ballot at a polling location for the June 14 election and marks votes

in more than one political party’s column, the ballot tabulator will alert the voter that the votes marked cross between the separate political party primary columns. The voter will then have the option to obtain a new ballot and vote for candidates in the column of only one political party, or the voter may cast his or her ballot as is, but the votes marked on the front side of the ballot for the political party contests will not be counted. That choice will not affect the votes cast for the No Party contests and measures on the opposite side of the ballot as those votes will still be counted. For those electors voting

by absentee or mail ballot, it is particularly important to read the instructions before marking the ballot and submitting it to the county

auditor’s office. Because the ballot is transmitted to the county in a secrecy envelope, it will not be known if there is a crossover vote.

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614 North Earling, Miles City, Mont. (406) 234-4572 www.breakforthbiblechurch.com Bible Study meets every Wednesday night at Bowman County Public Library from 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. • Catholic Churches: St. Charles of Bowman; St. Mary’s of Marmarth; St. Mel’s of Rhame Saturday Mass - 4 p.m. Bowman; 6 p.m. Marmarth. Sunday Mass 8 a.m. Rhame; 10 a.m. Bowman. Weekday Mass - 7:30 a.m. Tues., Thur., Fri. Bowman - 10 a.m. Wed. at Sunset Home • Bowman Lutheran Church 9:30 a.m. – Worship 10:30 a.m. – Coffee Fellowship & Sunday School 2nd Wed., 9:00 a.m. – Women’s Bible study Every Wed., 12:00 p.m. – Sack lunch Bible study: Genesis • First Lutheran Church, Rhame 9:30 a.m. – Worship 10:30 a.m. – Coffee Fellowship • Lebanon Lutheran Church, Amidon

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• Project 3 – Level and gravel newly designed sites as shown on the layout. The project shall include the Contractor to submit a design and layout for approval by the Owner and installation of said design.

TREES FOR SALE COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: 1yr old: $0.87/each for a full box of 180 ($156.56). Includes shipping & taxes. Replacement guarantee. Smaller quantities available. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca/cs

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BOWMAN COUNTY SCHOOL IS SEEKING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR For possible positions in the following areas: - Bus Driver - Para-Educators - Coaching/Advising Positions - Summer Maintenance/Mowing and Maintenance of Football Field - Kitchen Help (subbing) For an application of for more information, please contact the school at 701-523-3283.

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lEgals Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th & 27th & June 3, 2016 SECTION 00100 INVITATION TO BID Notice is hereby given, that separate sealed bids for the construction of Butte View Campground water, sewer and electrical project will be received by the Bowman Park & Recreation, Bowman, North Dakota at the office of Bowman Park & Recreation Director, P.O. Box 112, Bowman, North Dakota until 1:00 p.m., local time on June 10th, 2016. The project consists of: • Project 1 - Water and Sanitary Sewer Service project: which consists of 1 and 2 inch water lines and 4 or 6 inch sewer services to camp sites in loops as shown on plans. The complete set of Contract Documents, including drawings and specifications, is on file with the Owner at the Bowman Rouzie Recreation Complex located at 305 1st Street SW. Digital Contract Documents for the WATER and SEWER are also available from QuestCDN and can be accessed from the Brosz Engineering website at www.broszeng. com under the “Bid Information” page. The cost for downloaded (electronic) plans is $20. The official Plan Holders list can be viewed for the project on the QuestCDN website. Only electronic plan holders downloaded via QuestCDN will receive addendum notifications for the water and sewer plans. Contractors using any other means for obtaining plans and specifications must periodically check the QuestCDN website for any addenda. • Project 2 - Installing electrical hookups from a central service panel in accordance to the ND electrical code to the sites as shown on the layout. The project shall include the Contractor to submit a design and layout for approval by the Owner and installation of said design. Electrical Layout and Information may be obtained at the Bowman Rouzie Recreation Complex, please contact Chanell Walby for questions.

The Park & Recreation Board reserves the right to reject any or all Bids and waive any defects therein. Disabled persons needing assistance, please contact the Rouzie Recreation Complex at least 72 hours before the services are required. For more information or for complaints about ADA compliance, call 701-523-3896. Dated at Bowman, North Dakota 16th Day of May, 2016 Chanell Walby, Director Bowman Park & Rec. Board Bowman, North Dakota Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th, 2016 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF BOWMAN SOUTHWEST JUDICIAL DISTRICT Case No. 06-2016-CV-00030 In re: Marjorie L. Russ Marjorie L. Becker-Russ, Petitioner, NOTICE OF HEARING ON NAME CHANGE TO: PETITIONER, Marjorie L. Russ, 301 3rd Ave NE, Bowman, ND 58623 NOTICE is hereby given that a hearing in the above-entitled case will be held before the District Court Judge at the Bowman County Courthouse, Bowman, North Dakota, at 9:00 A.M. on July 14, 2016, or immediately thereafter. Dated this 11th day of May, 2016. SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. By: Steven J. Wild P.O. Box 260 Bowman, ND 58623 (701) 523-3112 swlawpc@ndsupernet.com Attorney for Petitioner ND Bar #04091 Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th & 27th & June 3, 2016 STEVEN J. WILD, #04091 SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. P.O. BOX 260 BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA 58623 swlawpc@ndsupernet.com 701-523-3112 Attorney for: Personal Representative Case No.06-2016-PR-00015 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF BOWMAN COUNTY STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF ASHLEY SENSE, Deceased. NOTICE OF HEARING TO: All heirs, devisees or other interested persons of the Estate of Ashley Sense, Deceased. NOTICE is hereby given that a hearing on a PETITION FOR FORMAL PROBATE AND APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE in the above-entitled case will be held before the presiding Southwest District Court Judge, at the Bowman County Courthouse, Bowman, North Dakota, at 8:30 A. M. on June 9, 2016. Dated this 12th day of May, 2016. SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. By: Steven J. Wild Attorney for Plaintiff PO Box 260 Bowman, ND 58623 (701) 523-3112 Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th & 27th & June 3, 2016 TIMOTHY A. SADOWSKY, #03611 SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. P.O. BOX 260 BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA 58623 swlawpc@ndsupernet.com 701-523-3112 Attorney for: Co-Personal Representatives Case No. 06-2016-PR-00016 IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF BOWMAN COUNTY STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF LORRAINE W. BOWMAN, AKA LORRAINE

lEgals BOWMAN, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN That the undersigned have been appointed co-personal representatives of the above estate. All persons having claims against the said deceased are required to present their claims within three months after the date of the first publication of this notice or said claims will be forever barred. Claims must either be presented to Bruce T. Bowman, co-personal representative of the estate, at 15707 83rd Street SW, Rhame, ND 58651, Gwenn L. Jones, copersonal representative of the estate, at PO Box 297, or filed with the Court. Dated this 16th day of May, 2016. Bruce T. Bowman, Personal Representative 15707 83rd Street SW Rhame, ND 58651 Gwenn L. Jones, Personal Representative PO Box 297 Bowman, ND 58623 SADOWSKY AND WILD LAW OFFICE, P.C. P.O. BOX 260 BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA 58623 Attorney for Co-Personal Representatives Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th, 2016 SCRANTON BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING 4-13-16 The regular meeting of the board was called to order by President Mellmer at 8:01 p.m. in the superintendent’s office. Members present were Dillon, Mellmer, Sanford and Reitz. Evans was absent. Others present were Katrina Johnson, Karyn Chiapella, Principal Pierce, Superintendent Pretzer and Business Manager Eberle. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Dillon to approve the minutes. All were in favor. The motion carried. There was a motion by Sanford, a second by Reitz to approve the bills. All were in favor. The motion carried. The board reviewed the monthly financial reports and filed them for the auditors. The March, 2016, payroll expenses were $132,539.61. The checks issued were numbers 27884-27891. The check stubs issued were numbers 8354-8404. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Sanford to approve the payroll. All were in favor. The motion carried. A thank you card from the Kaczmarek family was read by the board. Superintendent Pretzer reported the music position has been filled by Mariah Wilz. Superintendent Pretzer updated the board on summer projects: TMI-science lab, audio speaker system and new bleachers for the football complex, Stein’s – gym floor maintenance, and painting, general cleaning and upkeep. There was a motion by Sanford, a second by Reitz to approve Scranton School District’s participation in completing and submitting the Consolidated Application involving Title I, Title II-A, Title IID, and other federal grants which may include reaping of funds. All were in favor. The motion carried. Discussion was held on the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), the Three to Five Year School District Plan, and the NDSOS business meeting that was held in Bismarck. There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Dillon to approve the 2016-17 certified contracts: Lynn Brown 52,525; Lindsey Carey 39,650; Karyn Chiapella 53,750; Jeremy Dietchman 40,295; Lea Doerr 40,850; Michelle Engraf 50,700; Carmen Erickson 43,101.50; Ashley Fisher 25.89 per hour; Gretchen Flatz 42,034.25; Marcia Janikowski 53,300; Katrina Johnson 38,397.50; Polly Markegard 49,050; Denise Oase 48,547.50; Kelly Pierce 68,500, and 201718 72,500; Misty Steeke 50,275; Lawrence Tibor 49,312.50; Kari Lei Valloff 47,317.50; and Mariah Wilz 43,526.25. All were in favor. The motion carried. Superintendent Pretzer reported there are no positions to fill except a possible para-professional position. Scranton School will request the AYP waiver. Superintendent Pretzer updated the board of the RACTC, RESP and GWN organizations.

lEgals There was a motion by Reitz, a second by Dillon to set the following classified salaries: bus drivers - $37 per trip; Rachelle Bergstrom - $15.25 per hour, Avis Caron - $14.35 per hour; Rocky Kinsey - $16.75 per hour, Tiffany Green - $16.75 per hour; and Jana Anderson - $14.25 per hour. All were in favor. The motion carried. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:17 p.m. Michael Mellmer, President Angie Eberle, Business Manager Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th, 2016 Scranton School District Bills April, 2016 General Fund: ABM, Inc. 432.63; ACT 7.25; AT & T 453.54; Blue Cross of ND 18,663.70; Bowman School 61; Canad Inns 396; Carol Dilse 300; City of Scranton 494.92; Consolidated Telcom 418.65; Country Media 273.28; Cristi Olson 100; Denise Oase 485.79; Dennis Schaff 11.06; Hettinger School 123.75; Innovative Office Solutions 4.14; Jen Holecek 75; Johnson Controls 1,415.11; Katrina Johnson 100; Kim’s Appliance Service 179.38; Marcia Janikowski 100; Michelle Engraf 100; MDU 3,401.78; Mott/Regent School 60; Network Services 558.53; Nick’s Pest Conrol 100; Northern Auto & Diesel 3,680.50; NWEA 1,687.50; Plasmacan 312.95; Polly Markegard 171.21; Praxair 117.81; RESP 400; Rhyme University 113.10; Sanford Health Occupational Medical Clinic 30; SBM 59.94; Science Olympiad 44.95; Super Valu 108.67; Scranton Equity 6,326.90; SW Health 35; Travel World of Crosby 250; UND Office of Finance 1,600; VISA 3,000; WRHS 17; WRSS 1,158.54 Fund Total: 47,429.58 Food Service Fund: Dean Foods 443.45; Scranton Super Valu 4.28; US Foodservice 2,692.01 Fund total: 3,139.74 Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th, 2016 LEGAL NOTICE OF ELECTION SCRANTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #33 Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, June 7, 2016, the annual election will be held for the purpose of electing members of the school board, and the polls will be open from 11:00 a.m. MDT, and will close at 7:00 p.m. MDT, of that day at the Scranton School Home Ec. Room. By order of the Scranton School Board Angie Eberle Business Manager Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th, 2016 UNAPPROVED MINUTES FOR RHAME CITY COUNCIL MEETING MONDAY, MAY 9, 2016 7:00 PM LOCATION: CITY HALL I. Meeting called to order by Grace at 7:04 p.m. II. Roll Call: Scott Luvaas, Andy Adkisson, Grace Wood, Mike Germann, Eddie Heck, Margie Russ, Shannon Hewton, Dennis Walser, Gail Olson, Nick Werth, Absent: Jeremiah Erickson III. Motion to approve March 14, March 22, April 11 General and Equalization Meeting Minutes made by Scott, seconded by Mike, motion carried. IV. Shannon Hewton from Brosz went over the bids for the lagoon project. Motion to accept the bid from Lynn’s Backhoe Service made by Scott, seconded by Mike, motion carried. Motion to approve change order for main street rehab made by Scott, seconded by Andy, motion carried. Discussion on chip sealing North Street. Motion to chip seal North Street using County Loan made by Andy, seconded by Scott, motion carried. Dennis would like a quote for asphalt for the café/ senior center parking lot. Seniors have some money and would be willing to pay for this. V. Finance – Motion to approve March & April 2016 financials made by Mike, seconded by Scott, motion carried 1. A/R Aging Report – Check to see if the Wagner properties would like to turn off the water in the two houses. 2. SW Water Report – Call Pat and ask if he has two or three water lines. VI. Streets – Need to be graded. VII. Water & Sewer – Eddie is pumping out cell one into cell two. Will have two pumps going by tomorrow. Discussion on water main shut off locations. VIII. Equipment – need new lawnmower. Motion to price new mower and purchase made by Mike, seconded by Andy, motion carried. Need to do some weld-

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ing on the dump truck. Need a ½ edge for the dump truck blade or another 5/8 edge. Blade needs some work, Eddie will get this done. IX. Old Business. 1. Southwest Pipeline Project Contract for Transfer of Service Area. Per Steve Wild tabled until SW Water modifies contract to be the same for all Cities that use SW Water X. New Business. 1. May Clean Up – Motion to order garbage and metal dumpster made by Andy, seconded by Mike, motion carried. Wil advertise at Post Office, café, and Cenex. Discuss on what to do with branches, have no place to store or burn. Need to clean up prior branch pile and haul to Bowman dump. Scott will check on a possible dump site. 2. Park District – Discuss on possibility of merging the Park into the City. Nick thanked Eddie for turning on the water at the park for this summer. Nick will discuss future of the Park Board and let the City know. Nick will be doing some maintenance, Park Board will reimburse for any supplies that Nick purchases. 3. Close Alley – Between Griggs & Hicks. Discussion on closing alley, tabled. 4. Health Insurance for spouse – Motion to pay spouses health insurance premiums made by Mike, seconded by Scott, motion carried. 5. Fire Permit – Will put note in next month’s billing to remind people to purchase fire permit before they burn. 6. Notice of Application for Appropriation of Water – City will not contest. 7. Motion to approve invoices made by Scott, seconded by Andy, motion carried. XI. Comments – Need to get estimate from Lynn Heath to fix sewer near Gail Olson’s house so there is no backup. Need to clean out some culverts. Mike will help with the culverts. Ask Bill Mason to clean out culverts. Andy will help with mowing XII. Motion to adjourn at 8:44 p.m. made by Andy, seconded by Mike, motion carried. Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th, 2016

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ANALYSIS OF THE STATEWIDE MEASURE APPEARING ON THE ELECTION BALLOT JUNE 14, 2016 The following analysis is for the one measure appearing on the ballot for the statewide election occurring on June 14, 2016. This publication is required by section 16.1-01-07 of the North Dakota Century Code to enable voters to become familiar with the effect of proposed measures. The full text of the measure is available on the Secretary of State’s website at vote.nd.gov or by requesting a copy from the Elections Unit, Secretary of State’s office at (800) 352-0867, ext. 328-4146, or from the office of any County

ABBREVIATED NOTICE OF INTENT TO ADOPT AND AMEND ADMINISTRATIVE RULES relating to Nursing Home Administrator Licensure

N.D. State Board of Examiners for Nursing Home Administrators

will hold a public hearing to address proposed amendments to N.D. Admin. Code chapter 55-02-01.

NDLTCA Conference Rm. ND Long Term Care Association's Ofce 1900 North 11th Street Bismarck, ND Monday, June 20, 2016 9:00 a.m. Central Time

A copy of the proposed rules may be obtained by writing the North Dakota State Board of Examiners for Nursing Home Administrators at 1900 North 11th Street, Bismarck, ND 58501. Written comments may also be submitted to 1900 North 11th Street, Bismarck, North Dakota 58501 until July 1, 2016. If you plan to attend the public hearing and will need special facilities or assistance relating to a disability, please contact the North Dakota State Board of Examiners for Nursing Home Administrators at 701222-4867 or the address listed above at least two days prior to the public hearing. Dated this 10th day of May, 2016. Peggy Krikava, Executive Director ND State Board of Examiners For Nursing Home Administrators

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Analysis of Referred Measure No. 1 Referred Measure No. 1 was placed on the ballot by petitions circulated by a sponsoring committee to refer Senate Bill No. 2351, passed by the 2015 Legislative Assembly. Senate Bill No. 2351 would allow the ownership or leasing of up to 640 acres of land for the operation of a dairy farm or swine production facility by a domestic corporation or limited liability company. Senate Bill No. 2351 would also require the agriculture commissioner to develop reporting and monitoring rules to ensure compliance.

ABBREVIATED NOTICE OF INTENT TO AMEND ADMINISTRATIVE RULES relating to n.d.a.c. Chapter 75-03-21 Licensing of Foster Homes for Adults

North Dakota Department of Human Services

will hold a public hearing to address proposed changes to the N.D. Admin. Code.

Room 210, Second Floor Judicial Wing State Capitol Bismarck, N.D. Thursday, June 16, 2016 10 a.m. Copies of the proposed rules are available for review at county social services ofces and at human service centers. Copies of the proposed rules and the regulatory analysis relating to these rules may be requested by telephoning (701) 3282311. Written or oral data, views, or arguments may be entered at the hearing or sent to: Rules Administrator, North Dakota Department of Human Services, State Capitol - Judicial Wing, 600 E. Boulevard Ave., Dept. 325, Bismarck, ND 58505-0250. Written data, views, or arguments must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 27, 2016. ATTENTION PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If you plan to attend the hearing and will need special facilities or assistance relating to a disability, please contact the Department of Human Services at the above telephone number or address at least two weeks prior to the hearing. Dated this 10th day of May, 2016.

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Voting “YES” means you approve Senate Bill No. 2351 as summarized above. Voting “NO” means you do not approve Senate Bill No. 2351 as summarized above. Published in the Bowman County Pioneer May 20th & 27th, 2016 BOWMAN CITY COMMISSION TO MEET NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN; that the Bowman City Commission will meet June 7, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. in the Commission

ABBREVIATED NOTICE OF INTENT TO AMEND ADMINISTRATIVE RULES relating to N.D.A.C. Chapter 75-02-01.3 Child Care Assistance

North Dakota Department of Human Services will hold a public hearing to address proposed changes to the N.D. Admin. Code.

Room 210 Second Floor Judicial Wing State Capitol, Bismarck Monday, June 20, 2016 10 a.m. Copies of the proposed rules are available for review at county social services ofces and at human service centers. Copies of the proposed rules and the regulatory analysis relating to these rules may be requested by telephoning (701) 328-2311. Written or oral data, views, or arguments may be entered at the hearing or sent to: Rules Administrator, North Dakota Department of Human Services, State Capitol - Judicial Wing, 600 E. Boulevard Ave., Dept. 325, Bismarck, ND 58505-0250. Written data, views, or arguments must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 30, 2016. ATTENTION PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: If you plan to attend the hearing and will need special facilities or assistance relating to a disability, please contact the Department of Human Services at the above telephone number or address at least two weeks prior to the hearing. Dated this 12th day of May, 2016.

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Chambers at City Hall (101 1st Street, NE) to conduct a public hearing for amendments to Chapter 6 (the Zoning Code). Articles 6, 7 and 8 will be reviewed and discussed. The amendments are inclusive of all lands in the City and extraterritorial area and include but are not limited to the following: 1) new chapters; 2) amendments to existing language, including the creation of new land use designations; 3) deletions of existing language; 4) requirements for public hear-

LegaLs ings; 5) roles and responsibilities of the Planning and Zoning Commission, City Commission, and City staff; and 6) other text amendments, modifications and deletions as appropriately related to zoning matters in Chapter 6. No zone changes to property are proposed. To examine the case file for the project please make an appointment with Cheryl Ryan, Zoning and Planning Director, City of Bowman by calling 701523-7627 or 701-523-3309.

Bowman County

Tax Equalization Meeting

June 7th 2016

Bowman County Courthouse Commissioners Room Unorganized Township Meeting 1:15 p.m. Bowman County Meeting 1:45 p.m.

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12747 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Envision Insurance Company In the state of OH Tota Assets 322,771,467 Total Liabilities 281,649,432 Common Capital Stock 2,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 30,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 23,700,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 3,555,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) (8,132,965) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 51,122,035 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 332,771,467 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 326,725.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 357,566.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

And Surplus 421,196,671 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 349,440.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 557,800.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 1,737.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 825,553,430 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 366,069,786 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,194,123,216 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 18,822,785,851 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 4,767,991.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 580,144.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 99,631.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 44,771.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

62952 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Equitable Life and Casualty Insurance Company In the state of UT Total Assets 306,439,164 Total Liabilities 260,208,568 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 43,730,596 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 46,230,596 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 306,439,164 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 40,445.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 66,908.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 3,212,693.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,021,312.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 62510 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the EquiTrust Life Insurance Company In the state of IL Total Assets 15,881,346,105 Total Liabilities 15,062,373,115 Common Capital Stock 3,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 644,666,772 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 171,306,218 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 818,972,990 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 15,881,346,105 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 8,830,076.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 2,091,642.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA

70742 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Family Benefit Life Insurance Company In the state of MO Total Assets 98,661,675 Total Liabilities 88,352,712 Common Capital Stock 1,604,378 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,010,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 9,151,471 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 1,456,886 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 10,308,963 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 98,661,675 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 63088 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company In the state of IA Total Assets 8,402,043,828 Total Liabilities 7,798,982,177 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 130,982,867 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 469,578,784 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 603,061,651 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 8,402,043,828 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 8,783,147.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,221,970.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 59,684.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 7,671.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its

63177 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Farmers New World Life Insurance Company In the state of WA Total Assets 7,048,914,618 Total Liabilities 6,567,429,145 Common Capital Stock 6,599,833 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,199,470 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 471,686,170 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 481,485,473 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 7,048,914,618 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums Written 1,827,679.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,316,225.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 43,092.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 22,926.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 63274 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Fidelity & Guaranty Life Insurance Company In the state of IA Total Assets 19,810,067,505 Total Liabilities 18,571,109,769 Common Capital Stock 3,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 225,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 700,597,494 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 310,360,244 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,238,957,738 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 19,810,067,507 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 1,109,300.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 2,468,849.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 63290 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Fidelity Life Association, A Legal Reserve Company In the state of IL Total Assets 421,196,671 Total Liabilities 286,607,478 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 132,089,193 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 134,589,193 Total Liabilities, Capital

71870 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Fidelity Security Life Insurance Company In the state of MO Total Assets 864,224,832 Total Liabilities 695,224,507 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 3,000,000 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,621,653 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 495,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) 167,127,470 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 5,743,798 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 169,000,325 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 864,224,832 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 12,502.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 15,040.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 3,612,616.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 2,054,630.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 71455 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Financial American Life Insurance Company In the state of KS Total Assets 10,002,943 Total Liabilities 6,375,303 Common Capital Stock 2,530,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 34,570,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) (33,472,360) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 3,627,640 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 10,002,943 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums (864.00) Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written (86.00) Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance

90328 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the First Health Life & Health Insurance Company In the state of TX Total Assets 582,863,316 Total Liabilities 291,581,996 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 19,274,995 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 373,525,216 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 12,540,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) (116,558,891) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 291,281,320 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 582,863,316 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 37.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 2,291,419.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,781,295.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 63495 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Foresters Life Insurance and Annuity Company In the state of NY Total Assets 1,932,933,833 Total Liabilities 1,872,616,060 Common Capital Stock 2,538,162 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 6,496,180 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 51,283,431 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 60,317,773 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 1,932,933,833 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 36,956.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 91642 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Forethought Life Insurance Company In the state of IN Total Assets 18,822,785,851 Total Liabilities 17,628,662,635 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0

73504 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Generation Life Insurance Company In the state of AZ Total Assets 32,197,448 Total Liabilities 2,218,138 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 33,337,361 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) (5,858,051) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 29,979,310 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 32,197,448 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 65536 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Genworth Life and Annuity Insurance Company In the state of VA Total Assets 23,410,503,029 Total Liabilities 21,741,722,855 Common Capital Stock 25,651,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,485,172,431 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 157,956,743 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,668,780,174 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 23,410,503,029 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 5,938,464.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 5,636,267.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums Written 181,431.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 245,725.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA

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OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

Total Assets 635,565,515 Total Liabilities 367,539,021 Common Capital Stock 3,262,704 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 14,162,016 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 39,847,998 Unassigned funds (surplus) 210,753,776 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 268,026,494 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 635,565,515 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 92,103.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 340,976.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 67,198.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 63,634.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Guggenheim Life and Annuity Company In the state of NY Total Assets 13,397,732,197 Total Liabilities 12,735,065,857 Common Capital Stock 2,750,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 400,000,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 259,916,340 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 662,666,340 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 13,397,732,197 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 8,132,135.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,091,640.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

64505 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Homesteaders Life Company In the state of IA Total Assets 2,623,884,501 Total Liabilities 2,455,209,077 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 6,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 162,675,424 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 168,675,424 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 2,623,884,501 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 223,416.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 512,209.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

70025 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Genworth Life Insurance Company In the state of DE Total Assets 38,504,308,983 Total Liabilities 35,763,561,505 Common Capital Stock 4,561,258 Preferred Capital Stock 300,000 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,125,742,875 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) (328,573,854) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 61,282,801 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 2,740,747,478 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 38,504,308,983 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 1,276,421.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,086,497.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 6,152,705.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 6,776,444.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 70939 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Gerber Life Insurance Company In the state of NY Total Assets 3,088,339,784 Total Liabilities 2,792,543,717 Common Capital Stock 148,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 23,409,332 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 123,886,735 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 295,796,067 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 3,088,339,784 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 747,018.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 95,672.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 745,244.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 492,158.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Golden Rule Insurance Company In the state of IN

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63312 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Great American Life Insurance Company In the state of OH Total Assets 25,935,988,066 Total Liabilities 24,214,649,342 Common Capital Stock 2,512,500 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 777,479,593 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 941,346,631 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,721,338,724 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 25,935,988,066 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 13,185,861.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 2,010,232.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 68322 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Great-West Life & Annuity Insurance Company In the state of CO Total Assets 54,460,510,086 Total Liabilities 53,345,745,872 Common Capital Stock 7,232,986 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 527,873,857 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 597,339,103 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) (17,681,732) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,114,764,214 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 54,460,510,086 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 59,914,203.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,688,941.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 155,719.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 150,797.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL).

78778 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Guardian Insurance & Annuity Company Inc In the state of DE Total Assets 15,883,417,869 Total Liabilities 15,623,655,783 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 381,500,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) (124,237,914) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 259,762,086 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 15,883,417,869 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 1,723,319,454.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,321,495,702.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 64246 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Guardian Life Insurance Company of America In the state of NY Total Assets 48,120,890,403 Total Liabilities 42,031,219,911 Common Capital Stock 0 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 845,262,608 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 38,909,732 Unassigned funds (surplus) 5,205,498,152 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 6,089,670,492 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 48,120,890,403 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 3,619,568,076.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 2,150,156,162.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 2,907,972,715.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,948,071,669.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING

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70815 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company In the state of CT Total Assets 8,990,234,726 Total Liabilities 7,340,850,885 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 356,008,466 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 1,300,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,291,575,375 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,651,383,841 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 8,992,234,726 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 2,969,394.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,540,960.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 2,506,894.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 2,281,948.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 88072 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Hartford Life Insurance Company In the state of CT Total Assets 114,420,864,730 Total Liabilities 109,481,393,583 Common Capital Stock 5,690,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,772,201,966 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,161,579,181 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 4,939,471,147 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 114,420,864,730 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 31,917,979.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 23,456,675.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 58,712.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 158,171.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office.

92711 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the HCC Life Insurance Company In the state of IN Total Assets 921,472,064 Total Liabilities 366,794,961 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 317,289,323 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 232,887,780 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 552,677,103 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 919,472,064 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 159.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 1,364,935.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 301,420.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 71768 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the HM Health Insurance Company In the state of PA Total Assets 199,085,762 Total Liabilities 167,591,393 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 16,261,721 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 28,577,880 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) (15,845,232) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 31,494,369 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 199,085,762 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

64513 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Horace Mann Life Insurance Company In the state of IL Total Assets 8,358,804,022 Total Liabilities 7,936,910,029 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 43,703,683 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 375,690,309 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 421,893,992 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 8,358,804,021 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 14,010,011.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 6,597,327.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 232,343.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 82,688.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 60052 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Humana Benefit Plan of Illinois, Inc. In the state of IL Total Assets 197,585,103 Total Liabilities 67,209,391 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 125,300,000 Surplus Notes 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund Other than special surplus funds 12,529,691 Unassigned funds (surplus) (9,953,979) Less treasury stock, at cost: # shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Total Capital and Surplus 130,375,712 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 197,585,103 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Premiums Earned 15,785.00 Total Amount Incurred 22,626.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL).

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Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 211,655,276 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 0 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 211,655,276 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 1,388,934,930 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 424,503.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 286,898.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 369,003.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 161,154.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

In the state of PA Total Assets 8,141,585,713 Total Liabilities 6,646,244,527 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 79,543,685 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,413,297,501 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 1,495,341,186 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 8,141,585,713 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 1,360,026.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,488,829.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 2,128,596.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,431,312.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

of the Lincoln National Life Insurance Company In the state of IN Total Assets 213,891,333,200 Total Liabilities 206,774,211,431 Common Capital Stock 25,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 1,640,752,427 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,324,331,561 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 5,017,553 Unassigned funds (surplus) 2,122,020,228 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 7,117,121,769 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 213,891,333,200 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 50,326,597.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 38,521,868.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 10,096,934.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,659,746.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

73288 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Humana Insurance Company In the state of WI Total Assets 6,583,312,265 Total Liabilities 2,941,226,223 Common Capital Stock 8,833,336 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 2,007,090,432 Surplus Notes 0 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund Other than special surplus funds 406,722,730 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,219,439,544 Less treasury stock, at cost: # shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Total Capital and Surplus 3,642,086,042 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 6,583,312,265 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Premiums Earned 34,366,069.00 Total Amount Incurred 25,879,753.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 91693 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the IA American Life Insurance Company In the state of TX Total Assets 229,230,385 Total Liabilities 96,042,600 Common Capital Stock 11,640,370 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 50,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 130,225,906 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) (58,678,491) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 133,187,785 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 229,230,385 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 406.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 5,130.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 64580 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Illinois Mutual Life Insurance Company In the state of Il Total Assets 1,388,934,930 Total Liabilities 1,177,279,654 Common Capital Stock 0

74780 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Integrity Life Insurance Company In the state of OH Total Assets 6,844,346,105 Total Liabilities 6,165,783,685 Common Capital Stock 3,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 613,163,872 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 62,398,548 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 678,562,420 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 6,844,346,105 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 1,026,137.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 387,078.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 65056 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Jackson National Life Insurance Company In the state of MI Total Assets 189,096,799,963 Total Liabilities 184,378,348,690 Common Capital Stock 13,800,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 249,456,594 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,233,811,448 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund (355,525,047) Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,576,908,278 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 4,718,451,273 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 189,096,799,963 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 95,931,616.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 42,819,434.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 245,428.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 900,593.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER

93610 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the John Hancock Health & Life Insurance Company In the state of MA Total Assets 11,150,505,463 Total Liabilities 10,445,877,320 Common Capital Stock 10,955,800 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 600,622,131 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 93,050,212 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 704,628,143 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 11,150,505,463 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 10,287.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 101,409.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 51,082.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 65838 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the John Hancock Life Insurance Company (U.S.A.) In the state of MI Total Assets 227,843,141,661 Total Liabilities 222,399,348,633 Common Capital Stock 4,728,939 Preferred Capital Stock 100,000 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 990,001,301 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,196,310,260 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,252,652,528 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 5,443,793,028 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 227,843,141,661 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 68,241,621.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 67,937,910.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 5,044,606.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 762,564.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 65498 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Life Insurance Company of North America

65528 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Life Insurance Company of The Southwest In the state of TX Total Assets 14,680,991,911 Total Liabilities 13,840,102,882 Common Capital Stock 3,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 30,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 183,972,114 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 623,916,915 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 840,889,029 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 14,680,991,911 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 674,829.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 312,685.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 462.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 91898 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Lifecare Assurance Co In the state of AZ Total Assets 2,113,100,664 Total Liabilities 2,005,934,450 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 8,259,742 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 96,406,472 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 107,166,214 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 2,113,100,664 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL).

99724 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Lifeshield National Insurance Company In the state of OK Total Assets 69,413,673 Total Liabilities 45,609,134 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 1,000,504 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 20,304,035 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 23,804,539 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 69,413,673 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 228.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 65595 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Lincoln Benefit Life Company In the state of NE Total Assets 11,701,128,350 Total Liabilities 11,145,899,807 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 171,002,851 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 381,725,692 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 55,228,548 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 11,701,128,350 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 2,173,964.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 2,955,364.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 2,014,498.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,070,391.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015

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65781 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Madison National Life Insurance Company Inc In the state of WI Total Assets 256,860,233 Total Liabilities 140,207,837 Common Capital Stock 3,600,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 24,796,883 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 69,688,009 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 315,000 Unassigned funds (surplus) 18,252,504 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 116,652,396 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 256,860,233 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 151,752.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 43,273.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 901,842.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 697,844.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 65870 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Manhattan Life Insurance Company In the state of NY Total Assets 484,593,805 Total Liabilities 437,455,549 Common Capital Stock 6,683,248 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 7,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 13,422,338 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 20,032,670 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 47,138,256 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 484,593,805 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 19,239.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 95,981.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 103,941.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 69,594.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have here-

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unto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Medico Insurnace Company In the state of NE Total Assets 74,306,668 Total Liabilities 42,398,869 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 25,000,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 132,664 Unassigned funds (surplus) 1,775,135 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 31,907,799 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 74,306,668 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 3,481.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 4,326.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 131,566.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 104,287.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

85561 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the MAPFRE Life Insurance Company In the state of DE Total Assets 23,463,678 Total Liabilities 2,884,887 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 22,110,565 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) (4,031,774) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 20,578,791 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 23,463,678 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 274.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 69515 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the MedAmerica Insurnace Company In the state of PA Total Assets 890,855,537 Total Liabilities 856,493,790 Common Capital Stock 9,764,892 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 111,645,851 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) (87,048,996) Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 34,361,747 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 890,855,537 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 4,189,952.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 1,358,273.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 31119

86126 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Members Life Insurnace Company In the state of IA Total Assets 37,424,625 Total Liabilities 16,313,258 Common Capital Stock 5,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 10,500,000 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 0 Unassigned funds (surplus) 5,611,368 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 21,111,368 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 37,424,626 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 773.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 65951 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Merit Life Insurnace Company In the state of IN Total Assets 588,831,742 Total Liabilities 465,994,537 Common Capital Stock 2,500,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 0 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 4,950,988 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 115,386,217 Unassigned funds (surplus) 0 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 122,837,205 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 588,831,742 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 959.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 0.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 0.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company

87726 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the MetLife Insurance Company USA In the state of DE Total Assets 173,761,513,938 Total Liabilities 167,819,500,221 Common Capital Stock 75,000,000 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 750,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 3,076,169,638 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 2,040,844,079 Unassigned funds (surplus) 0 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 5,942,013,717 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 173,761,513,938 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 44,366,492.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 39,907,863.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 63,480.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 214,229.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016) 65978 ABSTRACT OF STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 2015 of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company In the state of NY Total Assets 390,842,696,349 Total Liabilities 376,357,703,815 Common Capital Stock 4,944,667 Preferred Capital Stock 0 Aggregate write-ins for Other than special surplus 0 Surplus Notes 1,100,000,000 Gross paid in and Contributed surplus 5,786,106,131 Aggregate write-ins for Special Surplus fund 80,391,220 Unassigned funds (surplus) 7,513,550,516 Less treasury stock, at cost: 0 shares common 0 # shares preferred 0 Surplus as regards Policyholders 14,484,992,534 Total Liabilities, Capital And Surplus 390,842,696,349 NORTH DAKOTA BUSINESS ONLY FOR THE YEAR 2015 LIFE & ANNUITY Total Direct Premiums 6,843,381.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 30,620,960.00 ACCIDENT & HEALTH Total Direct Premiums 9,260,207.00 Total Direct Losses Paid 6,668,498.00 STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE I, Adam Hamm, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true Abstract of Statement, as officially filed by the Company in this office. IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the seal of this office at Bismarck, the first day of May, A.D. 2016 (SEAL). ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF INSURANCE COMPANY’S CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY WHEREAS, the above corporation duly organized under the laws of its state or country of domicile, has filed in this office a sworn statement exhibiting its condition and business for the year ending December 31, 2015 conformable to the requirements of the laws of this State regarding the business of insurance And WHEREAS, the said company has filed in this office a duly certified copy of its charter with certificate of organization in compliance with the requirements of insurance law aforesaid, NOW THEREFORE, I, ADAM HAMM, Commissioner of Insurance of the State of North Dakota, pursuant to the provisions of said laws, do hereby certify that the above company is fully empowered through its authorized agents and representatives, to transact its appropriated business of authorized insurance in the state according to the laws thereof, until the 30th day of April, A.D. 2017. IN TESTONY WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and seal at Bismarck this first day of May, A.D., 2016 (SEAL) ADAM HAMM Commissioner of Insurance (May 6, 13 & 20, 2016)

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SPORTS 2 Night Hawks players named to state Shrine Bowl The players have been selected for the annual North Dakota Shrine Bowl, scheduled for July 10 in Fargo. The 11-man game will be played at 4 p.m., followed by the nine-man game. Two Hettinger-Scranton players were selected, Tanner Sanford and Colbey Steeke. I kept looking for Brandon Pierce’s name as I can’t believe he didn’t make the 9-man West team. The full roster, Beach: Sam Stoveland. Hettinger-Scranton: Tanner Sanford, Colbey Steeke. Grant County-Flasher: Nic Rivinius. Kenmare-Bowbells-BC: Kyler Melby, Jordan Hanson, Konnor Keysor. Mohall-LansfordSherwood: Trey Holsten, Zach Urfer, Mason Nehring. Mott-Regent: Brett Messmer, Tyler Eggers, Carter Honeyman, Brodie Ambers. New Salem-Almont-Glen Ullin: Cullen Seeger. North Prairie: Jalen Pfeifer, Tayler Scott. Ray: Atati Mita. Richardton-TaylorHebron: Denver Colgrove, Abe Axtmann. St. John: Dalton Poitra, Seth Vivier. TownerGranville-Upham: Blaine Rosencrans, Lane Schmitt, Evan Burckhard.

Night Hawks pick up first win in game against Hazen The Night Hawks picked up their first Region 8 baseball victory with a last inning decision over Hazen on May 16. Hazen had previously defeated the Night Hawks on April 21 by a score of 9-1. It looked like Hazen may take this one also as they scored first with three runs in the top half of the second inning.

After a Night Hawk error that let the first runner on base, starting Night Hawk pitcher Brandon Pierce ran into control problems as he walked one and hit two batters. Bison senior Mason Faut had the only hit of the inning with a two-run double. The young Night Hawk

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After the second inning the Night Hawks were only able to score once through the sixth as Hazen pitcher Josh Snyder seemed in control, retiring eight batters in a row at one point. Jarad Mattis relieved Pierce in the fifth inning with two runners on, one out and one run had already scored. He got the last two outs without allowing another run. Hazen threatened in the seventh. With one out they loaded the bases with the help of two errors and a walk. Mattis was able two retire the next two batters with a strikeout and fly out to left field. Freshman Jacob Dix led off in the bottom of the seventh and battled the pitcher, and ended up with a walk. Hazen coach Brent Hysjulien then pulled Snyder from

the mound and brought in his ace senior Chase Bruner. On Bruner’s first pitch, Pierce hit a low inside pitch for a double, his third hit of the game, to put runners on second and third base. They then intentionally walked the Night Hawk’s clean-up hitter Hudson Pierce to load the bases and create a force out situation on all bases. Brett Christopherson fouled off a couple of pitches and then hit a slow roller to the Hazen second baseman who juggled the ball, and knowing it was too late to get the runner going home he threw off balanced to first. The first baseman could not handle it as it got a short distance away from him. Brandon Pierce, who was the runner on second base, kept running and made it home, beating the throw from the first baseman and winning it

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Divisional foes get stronger The Vikings Vine By JORDAN WRIGHT For the Pioneer

Now that we’ve taken a look at the NFL draft and scouted the players who will be wearing purple and gold, it’s time to take a look at the other teams in the NFC North. By using both NFL.com and Pro Football Focus, we’ll have a better idea if our divisional foes have gotten stronger through the draft or if they are primed to take a step back. “Know thy self, know thy enemy. A thousand battles, a thousand victories.” – Sun Tzu, The Art of War The Chicago Bears had nine draft picks and used six of them on defensive players. In the first round, the Bears selected Leonard Floyd, a linebacker from Georgia who is versatile and will line up all over the field in John Fox’s defense. In the second round, the Bears selected Cody Whitehair, the top rated offensive guard and someone that Vikings fans were keeping an eye on. The Bears also drafted a defensive end, a second linebacker, three players for the secondary, a running back and a wide receiver. On NFL.com, Bucky Brooks gave the Bears a B minus, and while that’s not a bad grade, it was the lowest grade given out by Brooks in the NFC North. Pro Football Focus, however, gave the Bears an A minus, which was the highest grade given to any in the division. Detroit made ten selections in the Draft, five on offense, four on defense, and a long snapper for special teams. In the first round, the Lions selected Taylor Decker, a mauling offensive tackle who should be able to start right away at tight tackle. In the second round, the Lions selected A’shawn Robinson, a mammoth defensive tackle who should have been a first round selection. The Lions clearly made it a priority to

protect Matthew Stafford, because three of their first five picks were offensive linemen. Bucky Brooks gave the Lions a B, slightly better than the Bears but still only good for third in the division. PFF gave the Lions a C, which was one of the worst grades given by them to any team in the NFL and certainly the worst grade in the NFC North. Every year, the Packers are brought forth as a shining example of how teams are “supposed” to build their teams because they rarely make a splash in free agency and instead prefer to focus on the draft. And then every year the draft comes and Green Bay appears to have had a mediocre draft. Well, this year is no different. In the first round, the Packers selected Kenny Clark, a defensive tackle out of UCLA. Then in the second round, the Packers traded up to land one spot ahead of Chicago and select Jason Spriggs, an offensive tackle. The Packers made seven selections in total, with four of those selection spent on maulers on both the offensive and defensive lines. NFL.com’s Bucky Brooks also gave the Packers a B grade, but he has them ordered above the Lions, good for second best draft class in the NFC North. Pro Football Focus also gave the Packers a B, which ranks them second in the division. If you are curious, Bucky Brooks gave the Vikings a B plus and said Laquon Treadwell was the best pick in the division. Pro Football Focus gave the Vikings a B minus, a grade that was severely brought down when the Vikings drafted Willie Beavers, who was PFF’s lowest ranked offensive tackle in college football (seriously, his -46.0 player grade was the worst out of 258 qualifying tackles). Well there you have it. Did the Vikings do enough to remain atop the division? Or did the Packers, Bears or Lions begin their ascent in the NFC North? Let me know be reaching out to me on facebook (facebook.com/ skoljwright), twitter (@ skoljwright) or by e-mail (skoljwright@gmail.com)

Williston angler hooks record size Paddlefish Grant Werkmeister of Williston snagged a record 131-pound paddlefish on May 7, about 20 miles southwest of Williston near the confluence of the Yellowstone and Missouri rivers. The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has confirmed that Werkmeister’s 71-inch paddlefish is the heaviest fish caught in North Dakota, breaking the previous record of 130 pounds set in 2010. North Dakota’s paddlefish snagging season was open May 1-13.

GAME AND FISH NEWS ■■ Threat of exotics in state waters continues

Outdoor water recreationists are once again reminded to help prevent the introduction and spread of aquatic nuisance species in North Dakota. Current regulations require: · All aquatic vegetation must be removed from boats, personal watercraft, trailers and fishing equipment such as fishing poles, bait buckets, lures and waders before leaving a body of water. That means "vegetation free" when transporting watercraft and/ or equipment away from a boat ramp, landing area or shoreline. Time out of the water needed to remove aquatic vegetation at the immediate water access area is allowed. · All water must be drained from boats and other watercraft, including bilges, livewells, baitwells and motors before leaving a water body. · All drain plugs that may hold back water must be removed, and water draining devices must be open, on all watercraft and recreational, commercial and construction equipment bilges and confined spaces, during any out-of-water transport of same. · Transportation of fish in or on ice is allowed. · Live aquatic bait or aquatic vegetation may not be transported into North Dakota. · All legal live aquatic organisms used by anglers, including legal baitfish (fathead minnows), amphibians (salamanders and frogs), invertebrates (crayfish and leeches) and insects must be purchased and/or trapped in North Dakota. · Anglers may not transport live bait in water away from the Red River (Class I ANS infested waters). All water must be drained from bait buckets as anglers leave the shore, or remove their boat from the water. Anglers must properly dispose of unused bait away from the river, as dumping bait in the water or on shore is illegal. · In all other waters not infested with Class I ANS species, anglers can transport live bait in water in containers of five gallons or less in volume.

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The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has many opportunities for volunteers to help with education efforts this summer. Anyone interested in helping Game and Fish's conservation education efforts, and volunteering time to sustain the state's outdoor heritage, can call Game and Fish at 701-328-6615. Volunteer fishing camp instructors must become an official Game and Fish Department volunteer, become a Lure ‘Em For Life member ($10 annually) and pass a background check. Contact Jeff Long, department education coordinator, at 701-328-6322 to begin this process. Some other volunteer opportunities coming this

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plays. The Outdoors Skills Park is open 1-7 p.m. daily and is operated by volunteers and Game and Fish staff. Lodging and per diem are provided to volunteers working two or more consecutive days. · Outdoor Wildlife Learning Site, Bismarck. Family fishing days are Saturdays and Wednesdays from June through the end of August, located adjacent to the department’s Bismarck office, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers are needed to answer questions and check out equipment.

summer include: · National Guard Fish Camp, June 5-8, at Camp of the Cross, Garrison. The camp is conducted as a partnership between Lure ‘Em For Life, North Dakota Game and Fish, and the North Dakota National Guard and is open to kids ages 9-14 whose parent or parents are active North Dakota National Guard members. Volunteers are needed to teach classes such as knot tying, fish identification and shore-fishing. Volunteers with boats are also needed to take kids on the water. · Camp of the Cross Ministries Fish Camp, June 20-23, at Camp of the Cross, Garrison. The camp is organized and run by CCM, but volunteers are needed to help with fishing. This threeday camp was developed by CCM as a “specialty camp,” focusing on one of three areas, including fishing. · Summer Fish Camp, Aug. 7-12, at Lakewood Bible Camp, Devils Lake. Similar to the June camp in Garrison, but this four-day camp is open to anyone ages 8-14. · North Dakota State Fair, July 22-30, Minot. The Game and Fish Department operates an outdoor skills area during the State Fair where kids of all ages have an opportunity to fish, and shoot pellet guns and bows. There is also a furbearer and many other educational dis-

■■ Deer gun application deadline is June 1

North Dakota deer hunters are reminded the deadline for submitting applications for the 2016 gun season is June 1. Hunters are encouraged to apply online at the State Game and Fish Department website, gf.nd. gov. The deadline applies to

muzzleloader, regular gun, gratis and nonresident landowner, and youth antlered mule deer applications (specifically for antlered mule deer in units 3B1, 3B2, and 4A-4F). New this year is the option for unsuccessful applicants to donate their refund to the department’s Private Land Open To Sportsmen program. The North Dakota State Legislature created this option in 2015 with nearly unanimous support. Donations are not tax deductible. Proceeds from donations to PLOTS will focus on deer habitat and hunting access to deer habitat. State law requires residents age 18 or older to prove residency on the application by submitting a valid North Dakota driver’s license number or a North Dakota nondriver photo identification number. Applications cannot be processed without this information.

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Dr. Matthew Feller 8

Jonathan Rosenﬁeld 15

Dr. Benjamin Krogh 22

Dr. Michael Vincent

Dr. Oksa, Pediatrics

Dr. Micheal Vincent

Dr. Benjamin Krogh

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Dr. Benjamin Krogh 8

Dr. Arnold, OB/GYN

Dr. Matthew Feller 12

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Dr. Mahr, Cardiology

Dr. Benjamin Krogh 19

25 24 Dr. Matthew Feller Dr. Oksa, Pediatrics

Dr. Matthew Feller

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we have here already feel comfortable doing business here and feel comfortable growing if they need to. Also new businesses should be welcomed into the community to give us a variety to choose from when shopping, rather than going out of town to shop. What leadership experience do you possess? My leadership experience I posses comes from managerial positions I have held in my careers. Currently I am the manager of Professional Auto Body LLC/ High Plains Glass & Towing. While being a manager, it has given me great experience of public relations and leadership. What is your vision for the future of Bowman? Bowman has a very promising future. We sit in a perfect location where opportunities are always arising. With my new ideas and dedication to our community, I will make sure we get ourselves put out there to be seen and we can continue to be proud to call Bowman, home! What do you see are the biggest challenges facing the city at the present time? The biggest challenge the city is facing at the present time is the slump in the economy. With oil prices and farm commodities down drastically, we all feel the pressure. As long as we have eager and ambitious people running our community, we can make it through the tough times. Do you believe in government transparency? How would you work to ensure that all proceedings of the city commission are met with fairness, equality and that the public is aware of such proceedings? Government transparency is crucial. The citizens need to be informed about what is happening in their city, every step of the way. Meeting notices need to be posted in the papers and advertized on the radio station. Minutes from the meeting should be easily accessible to all the citizens. How do you approach controversial issues? Controversial issues should be approached first, by getting the communities voice on the subject. After all, the commissioner’s job is to represent the citizens. A lot of research needs to be done on the issue before a motion is made. The community also needs to be made aware of the pros and cons of the issue in a community meeting.

∞ Myron ‘Tiger’ Vail, 57 Why are you running to become a commissioner? With careful consideration I have decided to run for Bowman City Commission. Since my wife and I moved back within city limits (yes, my wife is tired of moving), my interest in public service has grown, and I’m not without experience. What is your previous experience with the city commission? Have you ever attended a city commission meeting? I previously served on the city commission 20 years ago, and I really enjoyed my time serving the community. My wife and I have been involved in renovating many homes and trying to keep Bowman beautiful. What are your feelings regarding the new industrial park? As a lifelong member of this community, I am committed to Bowman. I am unsure of the impact the industrial park will have on the city. I also wonder if it will benefit Bowman, as much as a housing development would have, as there are limited lots available for building homes within the city. Affordable housing for young families is a must for a community to progress. How well do you feel the current city commission operates? Do you believe they are effective? What are some examples of

situations where you disagree with their motions, etc., if any? I feel that the current commission has done a good job addressing issues in our community. I believe that a commission should be committed and willing to work hard for the community. What do you believe is the role of a commissioner? As a business owner I believe it is very important to keep our Main Street vibrant. I think it is very important for the city commission to assist in attracting new businesses and retaining current ones. Each is an integral part of our community. What leadership experience do you possess? Along with my previous work on the commission, I have been a member of the Bowman County School Board, and currently serve on my church board. What do you see are the biggest challenges facing the city at the present time? I believe one of our biggest challenges will be keep-

ing our budget in check as some of our funding is based off sales tax revenue and oil activity in our state, and we need to be proactive in this matter. Do you believe in government transparency? How would you work to ensure that all proceedings of the city commission are met with fairness, equality and that the public is aware of such proceedings? I believe that we should be very transparent in our endeavors and let the community know what is going on in our city. How do you approach controversial issues? I believe that I have the ability to tackle controversial issues and discuss them reasonably with other council members.

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