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Construction Bonds and the Little Miller Act by State

The Little Miller Act is a state law that requires contractors to obtain a performance and payment bond before beginning work on public construction projects. The bond provides a guarantee that the contractor will fulfill their obligations under the contract and pay their subcontractors, laborers, and suppliers for work performed and materials supplied. Here is a breakdown of each state's Little Miller Act and the threshold for bonding:


It is important to note that the information provided below may be subject to change, and it is always recommended to consult the specific state's Little Miller Act for the most up-to-date information regarding bonding requirements.

  1. Alabama: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.

  2. Alaska: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  3. Arizona: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  4. Arkansas: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $20,000.

  5. California: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $25,000.

  6. Colorado: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.

  7. Connecticut: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  8. Delaware: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  9. Florida: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  10. Georgia: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  11. Hawaii: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $25,000.

  12. Idaho: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.

  13. Illinois: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.

  14. Indiana: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $150,000.

  15. Iowa: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  16. Kansas: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  17. Kentucky: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $250,000.

  18. Louisiana: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  19. Maine: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  20. Maryland: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  21. Massachusetts: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $150,000.

  22. Michigan: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.

  23. Minnesota: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  24. Mississippi: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  25. Missouri: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  26. Montana: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.

  27. Nebraska: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  28. Nevada: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  29. New Hampshire: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  30. New Jersey: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  31. New Mexico: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  32. New York: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $500,000.

  33. North Carolina: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $300,000.

  34. North Dakota: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  35. Ohio: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $250,000.

  36. Oklahoma: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.

  37. Oregon: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  38. Pennsylvania: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  39. Rhode Island: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  40. South Carolina: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  41. South Dakota: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  42. Tennessee: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  43. Texas: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  44. Utah: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.

  45. Vermont: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  46. Virginia: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $500,000.

  47. Washington: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $150,000.

  48. West Virginia: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.

  49. Wisconsin: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $50,000.

  50. Wyoming: The Little Miller Act requires bonds on public works contracts exceeding $100,000.



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