Illinois Treasurer Michael Frerichs announced today that a record-breaking $300 million has been returned to residents through the Illinois State Treasurer’s ICASH program in Fiscal Year 2024. The ICASH program, also known as the Illinois Cash Dash program, helps to reunite Illinois residents with unclaimed property and money that may be owed to them.
Frerichs expressed his delight at the success of the program, stating that it is a result of the hard work and dedication of the ICASH team in returning unclaimed property to its rightful owners. He also emphasized the importance of the program in helping individuals and families reclaim what is rightfully theirs, especially during these challenging times.
The ICASH program processes claims for unclaimed property such as forgotten bank accounts, insurance policies, or safe deposit boxes. Frerichs encouraged all Illinois residents to check the ICASH website to see if they have any unclaimed property waiting for them. The process is simple and can be done online for free.
The Illinois State Treasurer’s office has made it a priority to return unclaimed property to its owners and has significantly increased its outreach efforts to raise awareness about the program. This has resulted in more residents being reunited with their lost assets and cash.
Overall, the success of the ICASH program in returning $300 million in unclaimed property to Illinois residents in FY24 is a testament to its effectiveness and importance in helping individuals reclaim what is rightfully theirs. Residents are encouraged to check the ICASH website regularly to see if they have any unclaimed property waiting for them.
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