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Harrisburg, PA - On Thursday, the Pennsylvania Treasury Department invested an additional $25 million in Israel bonds.

Pittsburgh, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Sen. Nick Pisciottano (D-38), Rep. John Inglis III (D-45) and Council President William J. Veith announced today that more than $10,000 in unclaimed property has been returned to Whitehall Borough in Allegheny County.

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity today encouraged Pennsylvania families to take advantage of the Pennsylvania Treasury Department’s PA 529 Day promotion. Families who save with the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program may be eligible to win one of six regional awards based on where they live in Pennsylvania. Each award winner will receive a $5,529 deposit into their PA 529 account. The 529 Day promotion ends May 31, 2025.

More than $468,000 in proceeds will be held in perpetuity for rightful owners to claim

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that Treasury’s spring unclaimed property auction brought in more than $468,000. All proceeds are carefully logged by Treasury and will remain available for the rightful owners to claim no matter how much time passes.

Op-ed by Treasurer Stacy Garrity - As Pennsylvania’s state treasurer, I work every day to protect more than $170 billion in taxpayer dollars entrusted to my care, but one of my favorite parts of this job isn’t about the money at all. It’s about honoring the brave men and women who have put their lives on the line to protect our great nation.

New Tripoli, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Sen. Jarrett Coleman (R-16), Rep. Gary Day (R-187) and Heidelberg Township Administrator Dawn Didra announced today that more than $12,000 in unclaimed property has been returned to Heidelberg Township in Lehigh County.

State Treasurer’s Department commended for raising standards of integrity and transparency for beneficiaries

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity today announced that 500 military decorations and memorabilia have been returned to Veterans and their families since she took office in 2021.

State Treasurer’s Department commended for raising standards of integrity and transparency for beneficiaries

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity and CFA Institute today announced that the Pennsylvania Treasury Department has claimed compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS®) from the CFA Institute. Introduced in 1999, the GIPS standards are universal, voluntary standards based on the fundamental principles of full disclosure and fair representation of investment performance.

Doylestown, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Sen. Frank Farry (R-6) announced today that more than $13,000 in unclaimed property has been returned to the Bucks County Sheriff’s Office.

For the second time, Pennsylvania is returning unclaimed property automatically

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that more than 40,000 Pennsylvanians will receive letters this week indicating that unclaimed property will be automatically returned to them through the Pennsylvania Money Match program.

Six regional awards of $5,529 – covers a year’s tuition at a Pennsylvania community college

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity is encouraging families to save for education with this year’s 529 Day promotion. Families who save with the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program may be eligible to win one of six regional awards based on where in Pennsylvania they live. Each award winner will receive a $5,529 deposit into their PA 529 account. The promotion period starts tomorrow, May 1, and ends May 31, 2025.

Recognized for her commitment to PA 529 College and Career Savings Program

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity today was presented the Champion of Youth Award by the YMCA of Pennsylvania for her commitment to the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program, which helps families save for their children’s future education.

Butler, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that $1,100 in unclaimed property has been returned to American Legion Post 778 in Butler County.

#MadeInPAMondays social media campaign highlights impact of Pennsylvania manufacturers

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that manufacturers and makers from all 67 counties across the Commonwealth have been featured at least twice in the #MadeInPAMondays social media campaign since the initiative started in May 2021.

Pennsylvanians encouraged to save with Treasury’s PA 529 & PA ABLE programs

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity today kicked-off America Saves Week by encouraging Pennsylvanians to learn more about Treasury’s great savings programs, including the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program and the PA ABLE Savings Program, by attending informational webinars, including a partnership with Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) covering financial aid opportunities for families.

WWI Gold Star Mothers and Widows Pilgrimage Medal Returned to Morrison Family

Orwigsburg, PA - Today at the Orwigsburg Free Public Library, Treasurer Stacy Garrity returned a WWI medal to the family of Joseph William Morrison, who was a Private First Class in the Army from Auburn, Schuylkill County, and was killed in action. The medal was reported to Treasury as unclaimed property.

For the first time ever, Pennsylvania is returning unclaimed property automatically

New Tripoli, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Senator Jarrett Coleman (R-16), and Representative Gary Day (R-187), announced today that the first Pennsylvania Money Match checks, totaling more than $1.7 million, are now on the way to Pennsylvanians’ mailboxes. Pennsylvania Money Match is a new program that allows Treasury to return certain unclaimed property to rightful owners automatically, which was approved unanimously by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor last year.

For the first time ever, Pennsylvania is returning unclaimed property automatically

Williamsport, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Senator Gene Yaw (R-23), Representative Jamie Flick (R-83), and Representative Joe Hamm (R-84) announced today that the first Pennsylvania Money Match checks, totaling more than $1.7 million, are now on the way to Pennsylvanians’ mailboxes. Pennsylvania Money Match is a new program that allows Treasury to return certain unclaimed property to rightful owners automatically, which was approved unanimously by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor last year.

For the first time ever, Pennsylvania is returning unclaimed property automatically

Hollidaysburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Senator Judy Ward (R-30), and Representative Scott Barger (R-80) announced today that the first Pennsylvania Money Match checks, totaling more than $1.7 million, are now on the way to Pennsylvanians’ mailboxes. Pennsylvania Money Match is a new program that allows Treasury to return certain unclaimed property to rightful owners automatically, which was approved unanimously by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor last year.

For the first time ever, Pennsylvania is returning unclaimed property automatically

McKees Rocks, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity and Senator Devlin Robinson (R-37) announced today that the first Pennsylvania Money Match checks, totaling more than $1.7 million, are now on the way to Pennsylvanians’ mailboxes. Pennsylvania Money Match is a new program that allows Treasury to return certain unclaimed property to rightful owners automatically, which was approved unanimously by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor last year.

For the first time ever, Pennsylvania is returning unclaimed property automatically

Erie, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Senator Dan Laughlin (R-49), and Representative Ryan Bizzarro (D-3) announced today that the first Pennsylvania Money Match checks, totaling more than $1.7 million, are now on the way to Pennsylvanians’ mailboxes. Pennsylvania Money Match is a new program that allows Treasury to return certain unclaimed property to rightful owners automatically, which was approved unanimously by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor last year.

More than 5,500 items from Treasury’s vault will be available to bid on over two days

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that the next auction of unclaimed property begins tomorrow and features jewelry, coins, and collectibles. The two-day online auction will take place Wednesday, March 26, and Thursday, March 27 on pookandpook.com and will feature more than 5,500 items previously safeguarded in Treasury’s vault.

For the first time ever, Pennsylvania is returning unclaimed property automatically

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Senator Scott E. Hutchinson (R-21), and Representative Ryan Bizzarro (D-3) announced today that the first Pennsylvania Money Match checks, totaling more than $1.7 million, are now on the way to Pennsylvanians’ mailboxes. Pennsylvania Money Match is a new program that allows Treasury to return certain unclaimed property to rightful owners automatically, which was approved unanimously by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor last year.

Acme, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity visited the Stoneybrook Foundation in Westmoreland County today to celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and promote the PA ABLE Savings Program. PA ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) accounts are a tax-free way for Pennsylvanians with disabilities, and their families, to save without affecting eligibility for important benefits.

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity today announced that families saving with the PA 529 College and Career Savings Program’s Guaranteed Savings Plan (GSP) can now access their account anytime and anywhere with the READYSAVE 529 mobile app.

Bethlehem, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Sen. Lisa Boscola (D-18) and Lehigh Valley Dual Language Charter School (LVDLCS) CEO & COO Elsie Perez announced today that more than $800 in unclaimed property has been returned to the school in Northampton County.

Greensburg, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Rep. Eric Nelson (R-57) and Hempfield Township Board of Supervisors Chairman Doug Weimer announced today that more than $19,000 in unclaimed property has been returned to Hempfield Township in Westmoreland County.

Program provides tax-free savings opportunities while protecting eligibility for benefits

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that PA ABLE Savings Program assets have surpassed $150 million. PA ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) accounts are a tax-free way for Pennsylvanians with qualifying disabilities and their families to save for disability-related expenses without impacting important benefits.

Move will further protect the Pennsylvania Treasury Department’s computer systems and data

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that the use of the Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) platform DeepSeek has been banned from all Treasury-issued devices due to concerns about privacy and security.

Event at City Council Chambers identified money owed to residents and organizations

Lock Haven, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Lock Haven Mayor Joel Long, and City Manager Gregory Wilson today announced that more than $22,000 in unclaimed property is being returned to residents and organizations in the city following a recent unclaimed property event held at the Lock Haven City Council Chambers.

Nearly $17 million in unclaimed property could be a big boost for Pennsylvanians ahead of big game!

Harrisburg, PA - To celebrate the Philadelphia Eagles playing in Sunday’s big game, Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that nearly $17 million is owed to over 71,500 Pennsylvanians and Philadelphia sports fans alike with a name or business name that includes the words Saquon, Barkley, Jalen, Hurts, AJ, Brown, Eagles, Fly, Go, Birds, Philly, Special, Brotherly, or Shove.

Extended time to appeal and new mediated settlement process available for certain state tax appeals

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity today announced numerous improvements to Pennsylvania’s tax appeals process which will benefit Pennsylvania taxpayers. The changes apply to tax appeals filed on or after January 27, 2025, when Act 123 of 2024, which amended the Tax Reform Code of 1971, took effect.

For the first time ever, Pennsylvania will return unclaimed property automatically

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that more than 8,000 Pennsylvanians will receive letters this week indicating that unclaimed property will be automatically returned to them. This marks the first step in the new Pennsylvania Money Match program, which was approved unanimously by the General Assembly and signed by the Governor in July.

Bradford, PA - Recently, Zippo Manufacturing Company hosted Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity for manufacturing and museum tours as part of the treasurer’s “Made in PA Mondays” initiative.

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity today announced the launch of the new online Tax Appeal Portal to streamline Pennsylvania’s tax appeal process. Taxpayers and tax practitioners filing appeals with the Department of Revenue (DOR) through the Board of Finance & Revenue (BF&R) can now find all applicable forms in one convenient online location.

The fall 2024 unclaimed property auction generated more than $605,000, more than double the previous record.

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity announced today that Treasury’s fall unclaimed property auction brought in more than $605,000, the most ever generated by such an auction in Pennsylvania. The previous record, $298,000, was set in October 2023.

Sworn in for a second term, Treasurer Garrity outlines optimistic vision for the Keystone State

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity today began her second term leading the Pennsylvania Treasury Department as she took the Oath of Office during a ceremony at The Forum Auditorium.

Program was expanded to assist those with household incomes up to $45,000

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity today announced that payments totaling more than $315 million were disbursed to the approximately 517,500 Pennsylvanians who were approved for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program in 2024.

Pennsylvanians with disabilities can now save up to $19,000 annually

Harrisburg, PA - Treasurer Stacy Garrity today announced that the annual contribution limit for PA ABLE, a savings program for people with disabilities, increased to $19,000. The change is a result of IRS inflation adjustments for 2025 and took effect January 1, 2025. The previous limit was $18,000.

Youngsville, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity, Sen. Scott Hutchinson (R-21), Rep. Kathy Rapp (R-65) and Vern Edmisten, Chief of the Youngsville Volunteer Fire Department, announced today that nearly $13,000 in unclaimed property has been returned to the Youngsville Volunteer Fire Department, with the help of the Warren County Chamber of Business & Industry.

Two new fee cuts make Morningstar Gold Rated PA 529 Investment Plan better than ever

Harrisburg, PA - Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity today announced two new fee cuts for the Morningstar Gold Rated PA 529 Investment Plan (IP) as a result of continued program account growth and asset milestones.