In the US, significant changes to surety bond requirements are set to take effect on July 1, 2026. Ohio and Georgia have raised auto dealer bond amounts, while California has tightened filing regulations, no longer accepting backdated bonds. BondsExpress is expanding its services to assist contractors and small businesses in navigating these new requirements.
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