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Policy 6002: Check Signature

  • Business and Finance
  • Adopted On: July 31,2025

Purpose

To establish authorized check signatories and signature requirements for all disbursements made by NSWERS.

Definitions

  1. Facsimile Signature – A legally valid reproduction of a handwritten signature affixed by mechanical or electronic means.

Policy

1. Authorized Signatories
The following positions are authorized to sign checks on behalf of NSWERS:

    • Executive Director
    • Executive Council President
    • Executive Council Secretary/Treasurer

2. Signature Requirements
All checks issued by NSWERS must bear two (2) facsimile or original signatures from authorized individuals. No single individual shall authorize and sign a check without a second required signature. Electronic or facsimile signatures may be used in accordance with applicable law and internal controls.

3. Bonding Requirement
Employees authorized to handle or disburse funds must be bonded under a corporate surety bond in accordance with Neb. Rev. Stat. § 85-1508 or other applicable state statutes.

Forms/Appendices

Neb. Rev. Stat. 85-1508 Requires corporate surety bonding for employees authorized to collect, receipt, and disburse public funds, ensuring protection of public assets.

Legal Reference

Based on NCC Policy AP-6125.0

Revised

None

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