Position Briefs / Advocacy Reference Library

To pursue legislative and regulatory objectives, the NASBP Government Relations team has developed position briefs on issues of concern to NASBP and for use during NASBP visits to Congressional offices. In addition to NASBP Position Briefs, here you will also find useful advocacy-related resources. Feel free to download those of interest.



37 Entries
 
 
2 years ago

Prepare for visits or discussions with congressional or other representatives with a review of this concise document, featuring key messages and positions for issues of importance to ...

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2 years ago

NASBP position brief on why the Miller Act should be exempt from periodic threshold increases

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3 years ago

An architect who understands the benefits of bonding construction contracts is better prepared to advise owners that bonds help ensure successful contract performance and enhanced reputations.  ...

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3 years ago

The goal of architects is to help ensure successful project completion and to enhance the reputation of the owner—and the architect.  Surety bonds play an essential role in the process ...

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3 years ago

Surety bonds on construction contracts provide critical prequalification of a bonded contractor and financial protection for the owner and certain subcontractors and suppliers.  Architects ...

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3 years ago

Most surety bonds are written by subsidiaries or divisions of insurance companies, which are regulated by state departments of insurance.  Surety companies are authorized and qualified ...

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3 years ago

Surety bond producers, who are regulated by state departments of insurance, are business professionals who specialize in providing surety bonds to contractors and subcontractors.  The ...

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3 years ago

U.S. GSA Memo announcing FAR Deviation which permits flexibilities on bond signatures and seals.

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3 years ago

NASBP & SFAA Memo to Chief Councils providing further information.

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3 years ago

NASBP SFAA letter sent to Members of Chief Acquisition Officers Councils requesting flexibilities in acquisition procedures to accept surety bonds with digital attributes and to waive ...

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