Illinois State Treasurer’s Office News Releases

CHICAGO — To help raise awareness about the escalating costs of higher education and the importance of saving for college with the help of Illinois 529 college savings plans, the Illinois Legislature has officially designated May 29 th , 2016 as 529 College Savings Day. To celebrate 529 Day, Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced a tour of the state where he will meet with financial advisors to discuss how the state can help families save for college. As a member of the College Savings Planning Network (CSPN), the Office of…

SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs today released the Braver Report. The Braver Report was commissioned by former Treasurer Dan Rutherford to investigate allegations of sexual misconduct and illegal campaign activity during his a dministration. “I promised to make this report available as soon as legally possible, and today I am delivering on that promise,” Frerichs said. “This report was paid for with taxpayer dollars and taxpayers have every right to see it.” Frerichs has pushed for release of the report since taking office last year. At that time, the…