1. Except as otherwise provided in this section, the department shall deposit to the credit of the common schools trust fund all funds received under this chapter, including proceeds from the sale of property under sections 47-30.2-40, 47-30.2-41, 47-30.2-42, and 47-30.2-43.
2. The department shall maintain an account with an amount of funds the commissioner reasonably estimates is sufficient to pay claims allowed under this chapter.