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The US Treasury is holding approximately $29.7 billion in matured US Savings bonds- How to see if you have any
By Mark Richardson at FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
The U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDT) is holding some 80 million matured U.S. Savings bonds worth approximately $29.7 billion that have stopped earning interest. What you can do to see if you have unclaimed bonds.
Key takeaway Department of the Treasury (USDT) is holding some 80 million matured U.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
For Minneapolis residents, the news that the US Department of the Treasury is holding billions of dollars in matured US Savings bonds presents a unique opportunity to reclaim forgotten assets. With approximately $29.7 billion in unclaimed bonds, it's possible that some of this money belongs to local individuals and families. Minneapolis residents who have purchased US Savings bonds in the past, perhaps as a gift for a child or as a low-risk investment, should take a closer look at their records to see if they have any matured bonds that are no longer earning interest. By checking the Treasury's database, residents can potentially recover funds that have been dormant for years, which could then be reinvested in the local community or used to support local businesses and initiatives. This could have a positive impact on the local economy, and residents are encouraged to explore this possibility.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The U.S. Department of the Treasury (USDT) is holding some 80 million matured U.S. Savings bonds worth approximately $29.7 billion that have stopped earning interest. What you can do to see if you have unclaimed bonds.
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