Illinois State Treasurer’s Office News Releases

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs was unanimously elected president of a bipartisan organization that brings together state finance officials to address government financial management issues. Frerichs’ Democratic and Republican colleagues from across the country picked him to be president of the National Association of State Auditors, Comptrollers and Treasurers (NASACT), the group announced today. “It’s such an honor that my peers chose me to lead this bipartisan organization that works to solve the challenges of government,” said Frerichs, who had been the organization’s treasurer. “Making sure state governments…

SPRINGFIELD — A silver Faberge picture frame; a $500 bill from 1934; and vintage baseball cards of Hall of Famers Willie Mays, Ron Santo and “Mr. Cub” Ernie Banks are among the pieces of unclaimed property that will be auctioned on Aug. 20 at the Illinois State Fair. The auction, which involves thousands of items with an estimated worth of more than $200,000, will take place on the Lincoln Stage at the fairgrounds in Springfield. “We are excited to host the unclaimed property auction at the 2022 Illinois State Fair…

SPRINGFIELD — Whether you’ve been saving for your children’s college education for years or just opened your 529 Bright Start account, you probably have some questions. Among them: How can I spend the savings on college, trade school or apprenticeships? What are the tax advantages? Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced a pair of free webinars that will provide some answers and let you ask questions of your own. “I applaud parents, grandparents and guardians for taking the responsible step of safely saving for their child’s future,” Frerichs said.…