Advocacy & Policy – SFAA

Advocacy is at the core of what we do

SFAA is the trusted voice of the surety and fidelity industry for policymakers and other government officials from state houses across the country to Capitol Hill. By providing expert education for, and maintaining relationships with legislators, regulators, and other government officials, SFAA is able to successfully advocate for issues affecting the industry, our members, and the businesses and other stakeholders we serve. We promote the interests of the surety and fidelity industry and all of its stakeholders.

Our Commitment

Providing a clear, strong and unified voice for the industry;
Forging and fostering relationships with policymakers, regulators, other government officials and their staff;
Educating decisionmakers on the value of surety and fidelity bonding and issues impact bonding;
Tracking and responding to any threats to the industry and the stakeholders we serve.

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News & Events

SFAA and Surety Industry Commend the SBA for its Continued Work to Streamline the Surety Bond Guarantee (SBG) Program

August 15, 2022

SFAA commends the Small Business Administration (SBA) for its recent updates to the Surety Bond Guarantee (SBG) Program. The ruling from the SBA clarifies and modernizes certain regulations and conforms them to industry standards.

Surety Industry Expert to Testify at SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program

July 26, 2022

SFAA is pleased to announce that Ralph Pulver, Regional Underwriting Officer, Travelers Bond, will be testifying on behalf of SFAA and the surety industry at a hearing being held by The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Small Business.

Surety Industry Successful in Fighting False Claims Act Liability – SFAA Supports Effort with Amicus Brief

July 20, 2022

SFAA hails the Order entered by the United States District Court for the District of Columbia dismissing all claims against Hanover Insurance Company and Hudson Insurance Company under the Federal False Claims Act.