Understanding Identity Assurance Levels (IAL)

Posted July 17, 2023

Identity Assurance Levels (IAL) are standards established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to measure how confidently a system can verify that a claimed identity truly belongs to an individual. These assurance levels play an essential role…

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What is Remote Online Notarization (RON)?

Posted June 6, 2023

In 2011, Virginia became the first state to authorize digital notarizations with House Bill 2318/Senate Bill 827, setting the foundation for a major shift from traditional in-person notarizations to secure online processes. Today, more than 40 states have adopted Remote…

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The Future Is Here: New York Approves Remote Online Notarization

Posted April 18, 2023

The Future Is Here: New York Approves Remote Online Notarization Imagine having a client in Europe who needs a document notarized by a New York notary. Traditionally, you would direct them to the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. But what…

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House Passes MBA-Supported Federal RON Bill

Posted March 2, 2023

The U.S. House of Representatives has officially passed H.R. 1059, the SECURE Notarization Act—a bipartisan, MBA-supported bill that establishes federal minimum standards for Remote Online Notarization (RON). This marks a significant milestone in creating a unified national framework to complement…

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Nationwide Use of Remote Online Notarization (RON)

Posted February 28, 2023

As Congress continues exploring solutions to support consumers and businesses through ongoing economic challenges, new bipartisan efforts are underway to expand access to Remote Online Notarization (RON) nationwide. Senators Kevin Cramer (R-ND) and Mark Warner (D-VA) introduced Senate Bill S….

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