Utah Office of State Treasurer

📢 Nominations are now open for the Utah Financial Education Hall of Fame! This program recognizes outstanding personal finance educators, administrators, and advocates who are helping Utah students build real-world financial skills early and prepare for long-term success. 📰 News Release: treasurer.utah.gov/featured-news/… 🏆 Nominations: treasurer.utah.gov/halloffame/

Federal fraud losses are estimated in the hundreds of billions each year. State financial officers have shown that stronger oversight works, and the federal government should follow suit. @TreasurerOaks writes about why this matters now, including President Trump’s recent DOJ fraud enforcement appointment, in a new Newsweek op-ed. newsweek.com/trumps-fight-a…

🎉 National Unclaimed Property Day 🎉 One in five Utahns has unclaimed money, but most don’t know it. From dormant bank accounts to overpaid medical bills and uncashed checks, lost money adds up quickly. That’s why today is a reminder to search at least once a year for yourself, your family members, businesses, and organizations you support. 🔍 Start your search: mycash.utah.gov It’s free. It’s secure. And it could put money back where it belongs—with you. #UnclaimedPropertyDay #MyCash

📣 @TreasurerOaks is urging Utahns to search for lost money as unclaimed property reported to the state has surged to record levels. In FY 2025 alone, businesses reported $178.3 million in unclaimed property to Utah, more than triple annual levels seen for most of the prior decade. Search for lost money: mycash.utah.gov Read the news release: treasurer.utah.gov/uncategorized/… @UtahUnclaimProp #MyCash #UnclaimedPropertyDay

News Release: Students from across the state will take the stage today as winners of the Fall 2025 Utah Treasurer’s Investment Challenge. Learn more: treasurer.utah.gov/featured-news/…

It has come to my attention that there have been claims that: 1) a Capitol Space Assessment was completed; 2) this was shared with all state executive officers; and 3) the assessment was discussed during a Capitol Preservation Board meeting. Under SB 97 (2024), before October 1, 2024, the governor, state auditor, attorney general, state treasurer, president of the Senate, and speaker of the House were to assess the use of space in the State Capitol to determine the best use of that space. To support that assessment, the Capitol Preservation Board contracted with an architect, and my staff met with the contractor on multiple occasions to discuss our office’s space needs. The materials we received were limited to drawings of our own office space.  With respect to claims 1 and 2, I was not provided a copy of a comprehensive space assessment; therefore, it was not shared with all executive officers, and I can only assume it was completed. Regarding claim 3, proposed best uses of Capitol space were never discussed during a Capitol Preservation Board meeting or elsewhere with me. When I asked about the assessment, I was told it had been shared with the governor, speaker, and president, but the results were not shared with me or my staff. Legislative reference: le.utah.gov/~2024/bills/st…

📢@TreasurerOaks has released Utah’s 2025 Debt Affordability Study. Utah continues to demonstrate strong fiscal discipline and prudent debt management. The latest Debt Affordability Study shows the State’s debt at 10.5% of the Constitutional Debt Limit, the lowest level in more than 40 years. The report details current authorizations, refinancing savings, and trends in public infrastructure financing that shape Utah’s long-term outlook. Read the full study: treasurer.utah.gov/wp-content/upl… #UtahTreasurer #FiscalStewardship #DebtAffordabilityStudy #PublicFinance

📣We’re hiring an intern for the 2026 Legislative Session! Work at the Capitol, support policy research and legislative tracking, and learn how state finance works. 💼 Salt Lake City | 🗓 Apply by Oct. 19 Apply online: bit.ly/USTintern26.

💰 Record-Breaking Year! 💰 The Utah Unclaimed Property Division returned a record $43.4 million in lost money to people across the state in FY 2025. 🎉 During the same year, the division received $178.3 million in new unclaimed property, including dormant bank accounts, uncashed checks, insurance proceeds, and utility refunds. To meet the growing demand, the division is strengthening fraud protection, adding staff, and streamlining claims to get money back to Utahns faster and more efficiently. News Release: treasurer.utah.gov/featured-news/… #UtahTreasurer #UnclaimedMoney #MyCash #Utah

🔍 Now Hiring: Unclaimed Property Claims Examiner We're seeking a motivated professional to help @UtahUnclaimProp return millions in lost money to Utahns. As a Claims Examiner, you’ll review and verify claims, investigate ownership records, and play a key role in protecting assets while reuniting lost money with rightful owners. This is more than a job, it’s a chance to make a meaningful impact every day while building valuable skills. 📍 Salt Lake City, UT 👉 Apply today: bit.ly/UPapply25 #UtahJobs #PublicService #UnclaimedProperty #Hiring

📜 @TreasurerOaks is joining today’s live Constitution reading as part of American Founders and Constitution Month. Watch the livestream now and take part in this celebration of our nation’s founding document. 🇺🇸 🔗 Watch live: vimeo.com/event/5261694

I mourn the passing of President Russell M. Nelson, a gentle and inspired leader whose life was marked by faith, compassion, and service.

📊 Join us tomorrow and Friday for the 7th Annual Utah Women in the Money Conference! 📅 September 11–12 📍 Sheraton Salt Lake Hotel + Online @TreasurerOaks previewed the event on @KVNU For the People. 🎧 Listen here: podcastics.com/podcast/episod… The hybrid conference offers expert speakers, tailored workshops, and valuable resources to help women strengthen personal and family finances. Attendees will learn how to build credit, save for retirement, reduce debt, and create a financial support network. Last year, nearly 1,000 women participated statewide, and this year is set to be the most impactful yet. Registration for the in-person conference is $15 for Thursday and $25 for Friday, or $35 for both Thursday and Friday. There is no cost to attend the conference virtually, but registration is still required. Scholarships are available. 👉 Registration is still open. Sign up now at womeninthemoney.org #WomenInTheMoney #FinancialEmpowerment

Treasurer Oaks issued a statement on today's shooting at Utah Valley University.

📢 Utah schools will receive $111 million from the School LAND Trust Program for the 2025–26 school year—the largest distribution in history. 💡 These funds, generated from Utah’s trust lands and invested in the $3.7 billion Permanent State School Fund, will support more than 647,000 students across 1,019 schools statewide. 🏫 From reducing class sizes to expanding literacy intervention, technology, and college prep programs, every dollar is decided locally by School Community Councils—parents, teachers, and principals working together to meet student needs. Treasurer Marlo Oaks said, “This remarkable growth is a result of careful stewardship, prudent administration of trust lands and investment assets, and the foresight of those who established the Trust System to support Utah’s education programs now and for years to come.” We appreciated the opportunity to share this exciting news during a press conference at Whittier Elementary School - Salt Lake City. A huge thanks to the Land Trusts Protection and Advocacy Office for coordinating the event, and Utah State Board of Education and Salt Lake City School District for their efforts to make it a success. #UtahEducation #StudentSuccess

📢 News Release: @TreasurerOaks invites Utahns to attend the 7th Annual Utah Women in the Money Conference. 📅 September 11–12 📍 Sheraton Salt Lake Hotel + Online This hybrid conference offers expert speakers, tailored workshops, and valuable resources to help women strengthen personal and family finances. Attendees will learn how to build credit, save for retirement, reduce debt, and create a financial support network. Last year, nearly 1,000 women participated statewide, and this year is set to be the most impactful yet. Registration for the in-person conference is $15 for Thursday and $25 for Friday, or $35 for both Thursday and Friday. There is no cost to attend the conference virtually, but registration is still required. Scholarships are available. 🔗 Read more: treasurer.utah.gov/featured-news/… 🔗 Register: womeninthemoney.org #WomenInTheMoney #FinancialEmpowerment

📢 Don’t wait—seats are filling fast! The 7th annual Utah Women in the Money Conference is NEXT WEEK (Sept. 11–12)! Join us in person at the Sheraton Salt Lake Hotel or online to gain tools, resources, and connections that can help you take charge of your financial future. ✨ Expert speakers ✨ Valuable resources ✨ Networking & community Designed for women, but open to all. 🎟️ Register now at womeninthemoney.com before it’s too late! #WomenInTheMoney #FinancialEmpowerment #Utah #WITM25

📢 @TreasurerOaks joined @FoxBusiness to discuss a comment letter 24 state financial officers submitted to the SEC. The letter warns that China-based companies are taking advantage of Foreign Private Issuer status to avoid U.S. disclosure standards. This loophole gives adversaries relaxed treatment that should only apply to trusted allies. This leaves teachers, firefighters, and retirees exposed to hidden risks they don’t even know they’re taking, while enriching a hostile foreign regime. As Treasurer Oaks made clear, it makes no sense to extend relaxed standards to adversaries. Protecting investors means closing these loopholes. 🎥 Watch the full Fox Business interview: youtube.com/watch?v=evTSNI… 📄 Read the letter: treasurer.utah.gov/wp-content/upl… #RetirementSecurity #FoxBusiness #EconomicFreedom

📢 In Bloomberg Law, @TreasurerOaks highlights how weakening fiduciary duty through a redefinition of "long-term" risks turning retirement savings into tools for political activism. 🔗 Read the full op-ed: news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-re… #FiduciaryDuty #RetirementSecurity #ESG #LongTermInvesting @BLaw

Here’s a first look at some of the incredible speakers joining us at the 2025 Women in the Money Conference! From national banking leaders to local experts in wealth management, health, and entrepreneurship, these voices will bring valuable insights and practical tools to help you take the next step in your financial journey. And this is just the beginning—we’ll have 20+ workshops designed to meet women right where they are, whether that’s building credit, investing, or planning for retirement. 📅 September 11–12, 2025 📍 Salt Lake City + Online Register today: womeninthemoney.org #WomenInTheMoney #FinancialEmpowerment #UtahEvents