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AARP, State Treasurer Urge U.S. Senate to Protect Retirement Security for Illinois Workers
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CHICAGO — After the U.S. House of Representatives recently fast -tracked a measure that aims to prevent states from creating their own workplace savings programs, AARP Illinois and State Treasurer Michael W. Frerichs today led a press…
February 17, 2017 – Treasurer Frerichs’ Statement on the Passing of Iconic U.S. House Leader, Congressman Bob Michel of Peoria
Read MoreFebruary 17, 2017 – Treasurer Frerichs’ Statement on the Passing of Iconic U.S. House Leader, Congressman Bob Michel of PeoriaIllinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:Greg Rivara 312.814.1901 SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ statement on the passing of former U.S. House Republican Leader Bob Michel: “Illinois has lost a true gentleman and leader. Bob’s demeanor and ability to listen…
February 13, 2017 – State Treasurers, U.S. Senator Burr, and Advocacy Groups Join Forces to Raise Awareness for Investment Program to Benefit Children, Adults with a Disability or Blindness
Read MoreFebruary 13, 2017 – State Treasurers, U.S. Senator Burr, and Advocacy Groups Join Forces to Raise Awareness for Investment Program to Benefit Children, Adults with a Disability or BlindnessAnnual contribution limits are tied to the federal gift tax amount, which today is $14,000. The
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 13, 2017 CONTACT:Paris Ervin 217.524.5749 For more information about ABLE accounts, please visit www.SavewithABLE.com . Who Would Qualify and Other Rules To qualify for an ABLE account, the account owner must have developed the disability or…
February 1, 2017 – Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ Statement on Fitch Ratings’ Decision to Lower Credit Rating
Read MoreFebruary 1, 2017 – Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ Statement on Fitch Ratings’ Decision to Lower Credit RatingIllinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ Statement on Fitch Ratings’ Decision to Lower Credit Rating
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 1, 2017 CONTACT:Paris Ervin 217.524.5749Greg Rivara 312.814.1901 SPRINGFIELD — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today released the following statement after Fitch Ratings’ decision to lower Illinois’ credit rating. It is the sixth time an agency…
January 30, 2017 – Treasurer Frerichs Launches New Investment Program for Children and Adults with a Disability or Blindness
Read MoreJanuary 30, 2017 – Treasurer Frerichs Launches New Investment Program for Children and Adults with a Disability or BlindnessTreasurer Frerichs Launches New Investment Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 30, 2017 CONTACT:Paris Ervin 217.524.5749Greg Rivara 312.814.1901 for Children and Adults with a Disability or Blindness CHICAGO — Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs today announced a groundbreaking partnership that brings together 14 states to encourage…