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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 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· 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.
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Why this matters in Westlake News
For residents of West Lake Hills , the news that the US Treasury is holding billions of dollars in matured US Savings bonds presents a unique opportunity to reclaim forgotten assets. Given the area's strong economy and high standard of living, it's likely that many local families have purchased US Savings bonds over the years, perhaps as a way to save for education expenses or retirement. With the Treasury holding approximately $29.7 billion in matured bonds, West Lake Hills residents may want to check if they have unclaimed bonds that have stopped earning interest. By doing so, they may be able to recover funds that could be used to support local businesses, pay for community activities, or invest in their children's education, ultimately benefiting the local economy. Residents can take a few minutes to search the Treasury's database to see if they have any unclaimed bonds, potentially putting thousands of dollars back into circulation in the West Lake Hills community.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
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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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