Treasurer David McRae today announced the State has reaffirmed its credit rating and outlook with Standard and Poor’s (AA/Stable), Moody’s Investors Service, Inc. (Aa2/Stable), and Fitch Ratings (AA/Stable). “I am incredibly proud to report that even amid the economic chaos of 2020 Mississippi is well positioned to get our bills paid on time,” said McRae. “Because of our strong budgetary … Read More

Treasurer David McRae today presented Jackson State University with a check for more than $31,000 after the State Treasury found unclaimed property in the school’s name. This adds to the $9 million found and returned since McRae took office in January, $4.8 million of which was returned during the COVID-19 crisis. “Returning unclaimed property is one way the State Treasury … Read More

Last week was a big one at the Treasury. Here’s what happened… First, we returned Unclaimed Property to Make-a-Wish Mississippi. More than 160 Mississippi kids are waiting for their wishes to be granted. I’m grateful we could play at least a small role in making these wishes come true by finding and returning money to this exceptional organization from unclaimed property. … Read More

Treasurer David McRae today presented the State Health Department with a check for $124,620 after the State Treasury found unclaimed property in the Department’s name. This adds to the $7 million found and returned since McRae took office in January, $1.7 million of which was returned during the COVID-19 crisis. “We are extremely grateful to the State Treasurer for this … Read More

Mississippi State Treasurer David McRae today issued the following statement upon the passing of William D. Mounger: “A job creator, philanthropist, and architect of the modern Republican Party in Mississippi, Billy Mounger will long be remembered by what he built as well as how he built it. He adhered to his conservative principles, acted out of patriotic duty, and tirelessly … Read More