Kentucky Government Unclaimed Money
Kentucky treasurer’s office aims to expand, streamline unclaimed property returns in 2026 • Kentucky Lantern
6:00 News Story FRANKFORT — In the year to come, Kentucky Treasurer Mark Metcalf hopes to expand and streamline services in his office that return unclaimed property to Kentuckians. Metcalf said in a recent interview with the Kentucky Lantern that his office has returned about $80.5 million in unclaimed property since he took office at the start of 2024.
https://kentuckylantern.com/2025/12/31/kentucky-treasurers-office-aims-to-expand-streamline-unclaimed-property-returns-in-2026/
AN ACT relating to the State Treasurer and unclaimed ...
XXXX 1/20/2026 4:48 PM. Jacketed. AN ACT relating to the State Treasurer and unclaimed property. 1. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of ...
https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/26RS/hb456/orig_bill.pdfKentucky League of Cities
The Kentucky State Treasurer administers Kentucky’s Unclaimed Property Fund, which features nearly $800 million in assets. For cities and municipal agencies, unclaimed funds typically consist of taxes, insurance premiums, or other payments. For individuals, it generally consists of payroll checks, unclaimed safety deposit boxes, old life insurance policies, stocks, or vendor checks that have remained unclaimed by their owners after several years.
https://www.klc.org/News/13089/cities-could-have-money-in-treasurers-unclaimed-property-fund
Kentucky State Treasurer returns $41.7 million in unclaimed property to Kentuckians in 2025 - NKyTribune
Kentucky State Treasurer Mark H. Metcalf on Thursday announced $41.7 million in unclaimed property was returned to rightful owners in Kentucky during 2025. “This is about putting Kentuckians first,” said Treasurer Metcalf. “Every dollar we return is a dollar that belongs to a family, a worker, or a small business.
https://nkytribune.com/2026/01/kentucky-state-treasurer-returns-41-7-million-in-unclaimed-property-to-kentuckians-in-2025/
KY HB456 BillTrack50
summary 01/21/2026 01/21/2026 Introduced Session Bill Summary AI Summary Sponsors (1) Last Action bill text A NEW SECTION OF KRS CHAPTER 2 IS CREATED TO READ AS FOLLOWS: The fourth week of September of each year is designated as Unclaimed Property Week.
https://www.billtrack50.com/billdetail/1944830
Kentucky treasurer's office aims to expand, streamline ...
The PSC said in the statement that Kentucky. Power customers will see a refund on their bills for the first four months of. 2026, amounting to ...
https://kypublicnotices.newzgroup.com/KYLegals/2026/70221-2026-01-06_1001.pdfKentucky – National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA)
Dormancy Periods The following dormancy periods are listed in years, unless otherwise noted. Reporting and Payment Due Dates The following indicates the report and payment due dates for the various property types. Electronic Reporting Capability Schedule The following indicates which types of reporting formats are accepted by this state.
https://unclaimed.org/reporting/kentucky/
How to Check for Unclaimed Property
Check for Unclaimed property this tax season As tax season rolls around, many of us are focused on preparing for the April 15th deadline. But did you know that tax season is also a great time to check if you have unclaimed property waiting for you?
https://www.ccuky.org/tax-season-and-unclaimed-property
Ky. Treasury Dept. holding over $40 Million in unclaimed property for Fayette Co. residents
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WKYT) - The Kentucky State Treasurer announced that the Treasury’s Division of Unclaimed Property is safeguarding millions in unclaimed assets belonging to residents of Fayette County. Kentucky State Treasurer Mark Metcalf announced that $40,150,198.19 in assets remains unclaimed. The treasury department defines unclaimed property as financial assets that have been left inactive or unclaimed by the owner for a period of time (t...
https://www.wkyt.com/2025/09/10/ky-treasury-dept-holding-over-40-million-unclaimed-property-fayette-co-residents/
$8.2M in unclaimed property belongs to Daviess County residents, state officials say - The Owensboro Times
More than $8 million in unclaimed assets belonging to residents of Daviess County is being safeguarded by the Kentucky Treasury’s Division of Unclaimed Property, officials say. Here’s how to see if any of it is owed to you. “These dollars can make a real difference for families and businesses.
https://www.owensborotimes.com/news/2025/12/8-2m-in-unclaimed-property-belongs-to-daviess-county-residents-state-officials-say/
State treasurer reveals $8 million in unclaimed property in Christian County - Christian County Now
HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Kentucky State Treasurer Mark H. Metcalf announced in a news release that the Treasury’s Division of Unclaimed Property is safeguarding $7,850,700.84 in unclaimed assets belonging to residents of Christian County. “With nearly $8 million waiting in Christian County, I encourage everyone to check our online database,” said Treasurer Metcalf.
https://christiancountynow.com/news/267762-state-treasurer-reveals-8-million-in-unclaimed-property-in-christian-county/
Search for your unclaimed property (it’s free) – National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA)
Ready to find yours? Access your state's program here! There are several ways to find out if you have missing money, including visiting one of your state’s official unclaimed property outreach events. You can also find out immediately by using one of two key online search resources.
https://unclaimed.org/search/