Illinois State Treasurer’s Office News Releases
Treasurer Frerichs Calls on Governor Rauner to Sign Legislation to Prohibit Rebate Cards that Charge Fees
SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today called on Governor Bruce Rauner to sign House Bill 4922 into law to put a stop to companies that issue rebate cards that charge dormancy or inactivity fees and avoid unclaimed property laws. “We must stop the big banks that are deceiving consumers,” Frerichs said. “These same companies are using legal loopholes to avoid the protections of unclaimed property laws.” House Bill 4922 recently passed the Illinois House and Senate with bipartisan support. The legislation amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEAS E: CONTACT: Public Voting Now Open
Voting Period Open June 1 – June 15 SPRINGFIELD – Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced the public voting period for the Bicentennial Coin Contest encouraging individuals to vote for their favorite of five final designs. The winning design will be minted on one side of the coin and distributed to commemorate the Illinois Bicentennial. The back of the coin will feature the state seal. “We invite the public to participate in Illinois’ bicentennial celebration by voting for their favorite commemorative coin design,” Frerichs said. The treasurer’s office is…