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.