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License & Permit Bonds 07.09.2020

Home Health Care Bonds During COVID-19

Due to the current overpopulation of hospitals and the risks involved in visiting medical centers, home health care is on the rise. As such, the home health care profession is expected to employ more people…
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Home Health Care Bonds During COVID-19
License & Permit Bonds 06.26.2020

New Jersey Resumes Recreational Activities on July 2

On Wednesday, Governor Phil Murphy announced museums, arcades, bowling alleys, aquariums and other recreational activities will open to the public starting next week. Batting cages and shooting ranges can resume Thursday at 25% capacity, the…
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New Jersey Resumes Recreational Activities on July 2
Surety Bonds 06.23.2020

Newark Airport Safety Measures See New Changes

Newark Airport passengers and employees alike will encounter serious changes to airport security and safety. Face coverings will now be required in all public areas for any person in the premises, with some airlines requiring…
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Newark Airport Safety Measures See New Changes
Surety Bonds 06.16.2020

How COVID-19 Is Changing Airport Security

Airports throughout the nation are adding another layer of security to prevent further spread of the COVID-19 virus. By mid-June, the Transportation Security Administration or TSA is launching novel screening procedures that will reduce physical…
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How COVID-19 Is Changing Airport Security
Surety Bonds 06.08.2020

New York Temporarily Allows Notaries Use Audio-Video Technology

Amid the current pandemic, states are modifying their rules to better adjust to the temporary work-from-home standard. Per an order dated May 28, 2020, the utilization of audio-visual technology for notarization and witnessing is allowed…
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New York Temporarily Allows Notaries Use Audio-Video Technology
Surety Bonds 06.01.2020

Big Changes in Indiana Notary Requirements

Notaries in the state of Indiana are seeing significant changes to the processes of continuing their professional status. Beginning July 1st, all notaries must complete a continuing education course every two years during their eight-year…
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Big Changes in Indiana Notary Requirements
Surety Bonds 05.05.2020

Massachusetts Signs Remote Notarization Bill

On Monday, Governor of Massachusetts Charlie Baker signed off on a new coronavirus rule that lets notaries witness signatures over video conferencing. According to the novel law, notary publics are allowed to continue their notary…
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Massachusetts Signs Remote Notarization Bill
Surety Bonds 05.05.2020

States Ensure E-Signatures Are Accepted on Vital Surety Bonds During COVID-19 Pandemic

The Surety and Fidelity Association of America (SFAA), its members and partners have called on State Governors, state agencies, localities, school districts and other public entities to request acceptance of the electronic execution and delivery…
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States Ensure E-Signatures Are Accepted on Vital Surety Bonds During COVID-19 Pandemic
Surety Bonds 04.24.2020

New Jersey’s New Temporary Remote Notary Law: What You Need to Know

On April 14, 2020, Governor Phil Murphy of New Jersey passed a new law for notaries public and persons authorized to take oaths are allowed to continue their usual duties remotely. This law will be…
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New Jersey’s New Temporary Remote Notary Law: What You Need to Know