NASBP’s comment letter to the Arizona Secretary of State concerning countersignature requirements #CommentLetters #Advocacy #Advocacy #State
AZ comment letter countersignatures.pdf
Bechtold, Construction Contracts Coordinator, Design and Construction Division, General Services Administration Department (GSA), Re: Countersignature requirements for Project/Contract Number GSA W20167 #Advocacy #CommentLetters #State #Advocacy
FL Countersignature Requirements.pdf
For example, the GAR may be confronted with issues from local or state agencies and will be asked to coordinate efforts with NASBP staff concerning: Onerous or unrealistic contract requirements, such as long-term warranties or excessive liquidated damages in public works contracts; Resident agent countersignature requirements where state and local procurement officials continue to require resident agents countersign documents on behalf of non-resident agents even though resident agent countersignature requirements have been eliminated in all the states and have been found to be unconstitutional; Owners requesting subcontractor default insurance as an alternative to traditional subcontractor bonding and; Requirements that are being considered by governments to enact laws and regulations that mandate green building/sustainability requirements in public and private construction, which may include surety bonding requirements that place inappropriate risks on contractors and sureties
This Agenda describes important government relations activities and initiatives, grouping them in three categories: (1) top priorities, (2) emerging issues, and (3) “watch list” issues. #State #Advocacy #Grassroots #Federal
2013 NASBP GR Agenda.pdf
This Agenda describes important government relations activities and initiatives, grouping them in three categories: (1) top priorities, (2) emerging issues, and (3) “watch list” issues. #Legislation #Federal #State #Advocacy
2014 NASBP GR Agenda FINAL.pdf