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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 26 Houston (KRIV) - 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 Tomball News
For residents of Tomball , the news that the US Treasury is holding billions of dollars in matured US Savings bonds presents a unique opportunity to reclaim lost funds. Given the area's strong sense of community and family ties, it's likely that many local families have purchased US Savings bonds over the years as a way to save for education, retirement, or other long-term goals. Now, with the Treasury holding approximately $29.7 billion in matured bonds, Tomball residents may want to check if they have unclaimed bonds that have stopped earning interest. This could be especially relevant for families who have lived in the area for generations, as old bonds may have been purchased by grandparents or other relatives and forgotten over time. By taking a few minutes to search the Treasury's database, local residents may be able to recover unexpected funds that can be put towards important expenses or savings goals.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - 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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