(1) The director shall fix a price at not less than cost of distribution and printing or other reproduction, to be paid by persons requesting copies of the insurance laws and such other publications referred to in section 41-217 as he deems proper to sell on behalf of the state rather than distribute free of charge on a basis of reciprocity.
(2)  The director shall account for and deposit all moneys so received in the same manner as applies under section 41-406 to fees and taxes collected by him.