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Massachusetts Updates Money Transmitter License & Bond Requirements

Surety Bond News September 9, 2025

Massachusetts Updates Money Transmitter License & Bond Requirements

In January 2025, Massachusetts Governor, Maura Healy, approved House Bill 4840, or the Money Transmission Act (MTA). The bill increases the required bond amount and expands licensing requirements.  Key Updates Increases minimum bond amount from…


Oregon Increases Bond Amount for All Landscape Contractors

Surety Bond News August 29, 2025

Oregon Increases Bond Amount for All Landscape Contractors 

On June 6, 2025, Governor Tina Kotek signed Senate Bill 864 into law. This will take effect on January 1, 2026.  This legislation introduced a new surety bond requirement for all landscape contractors in Oregon. …


Navigating Texas SMS Marketing Laws

Bond Legislation Updates August 22, 2025

Navigating Texas SMS Marketing Laws | Senate Bill 140

As of September 1, 2025, Senate Bill 140 will add two key updates to the existing Texas Business and Commerce Code § 302.001. Include SMS text messages under the definition of telephone solicitations  Expand ways…


Minnesota PCA to CFSS Blog

Surety Bond News August 20, 2025

Minnesota Replaces PCA Program with CFSS | New Bond Requirement

In October 2024, the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) started the transition from the Personal Care Assistance (PCA) program to Community First Services and Supports (CFSS). While PCA did not require a state license,…


Behidn the Scenes: Transaction Coordinator Job Spotlight

Surety Bond News August 13, 2025

Behind the Scenes: Transaction Coordinator Job Spotlight

Business owners across the country need surety bonds to operate, and our transaction coordinators play a crucial role in giving them a stress-free bonding experience.  New to the surety industry? Check out our surety bond…


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