Those who work as a Cigarette Distributor in the State of Illinois are required by the Illinois Department of Revenue to execute an Illinois Cigarette Distributor (REG 4-A) Bond to ensure compliance with licensure.
A surety bond protects the party requesting the bond, the Obligee, against any financial losses as a result of poor financial decisions, damages, unethical decisions, or a failure to follow state and local laws on the part of you, the Principal. The Illinois Cigarette Tax (REG-4-A) Bond holds you accountable for your business decisions.
By possessing an Illinois Cigarette Tax (REG 4 A) Bond, you are telling your Obligee that you can be trusted as a Principal and that you stand behind your business decisions.