September 15, 2009
State Treasurer Tate Reeves Announces College Savings Mississippi Enrollment Period.

Governor Haley Barbour Declares September As “College Savings Month”

(Jackson, Mississippi) –State Treasurer Tate Reeves today, surrounded by hundreds of preschool children, kicked off the the Mississippi Prepaid Affordable College Tuition Program (MPACT) enrollment period. From September 1 through December 31, 2009, Mississippi families can lock in today’s tuition rates for tomorrow’s college students. .
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June 16, 2009
State Treasurer Tate Reeves Presents $24,000 Unclaimed Property Check to Gulfport Resident. Unclaimed Property Tabloid To Be Published Sunday, June 21.
State Treasurer Tate Reeves today returned $24,203 to Pamela Wilkinson, of Gulfport, from Mississippi’s unclaimed property fund.
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May 28, 2009
State Treasurer Tate Reeves Reminds Mississippi Families to Plan Ahead
State Treasurer Tate Reeves, an Executive Board member of the College Savings Plans Network(CSPN), is encouraging Mississippi families to start saving today in the state’s 529 plans for future college expenses. Treasurer Reeves’ office administers the College Savings Plans of Mississippi, which includes two 529 savings plans—the Mississippi Prepaid Affordable College Tuition Program (MPACT) and the Mississippi Affordable College Savings Program (MACS).
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April 2, 2009
State Treasurer Tate Reeves Saves Mississippi Taxpayers $4.6 million
State Treasurer Tate Reeves today announced the closing of a municipal bond refunding transaction designed to save the taxpayers of Mississippi $4.6 million dollars.   “In these challenging financial times, Mississippi families are being forced to tighten their belts.  It only makes sense that state government looks for ways to tighten its belt too,” Treasurer Reeves said. <read more>

March 9, 2009
Mississippi Affordable College Savings Plan Listed in Top Five 529 Plans
Consumer Reports awarded the Mississippi Affordable College Savings plan (MACS) an “A” on its performance during last year’s stock-market plunge, based on its investment flexibility, low expenses, and fees. MACS was listed in the top five best performing 529 college savings plans out of 88 plans nationwide. <read more>

March 2, 2009
State Treasurer Tate Reeves Says: 'Federal Stimulus Money Allows State to Leave the Rainy Day Fund Alone'
State Treasurer Tate Reeves today addressed attendees at the Stennis-Capitol Press luncheon to discuss how Mississippi's budget is faring in the current recession. <read more>

Februry 19, 2009
STATE TREASURER TATE REEVES PRESENTS UNCLAIMED PROPERTY CHECK TO RANKIN COUNTY RESIDENT
(Jackson, Mississippi) – State Treasurer Tate Reeves alongside Rankin County Chancery Clerk Larry Swales today returned $40,135 to Audrey Chason Harvey, of Brandon, from Mississippi’s unclaimed property reserve. <read more>

Februry 6, 2009
STATE TREASURER TATE REEVES DELIVERS CHECK TO UNCLAIMED PROPERTY RECIPIENT
State Treasurer Tate Reeves today returned $9,237 to Sarah Smith, of Raymond, from Mississippi’s unclaimed property reserve. “It is always a pleasure to present unclaimed property checks,” Treasurer Reeves said. “The State of Mississippi has more than $40 million that we’re trying to return to its rightful owners.” <read more>

January 22, 2009
STATE TREASURER TATE REEVES AWARDS ONE YEAR OF FREE COLLEGE TUITION
State Treasurer Tate Reeves presented a check today for $4,942 to Karla Tate, of Kosciusko, who won a free year of senior college tuition for her son. <read more>

January 15, 2009
Reeves to Legislature: “No new taxes, no new debt” Says ‘revenue outlook will probably get worse before it gets better’
State Treasurer Tate Reeves today briefed lawmakers on the state’s fiscal outlook during these challenging economic times, primarily focusing on the state’s $3.4 billion bonded indebtedness and meager revenue projections.
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October 3, 2008
Treasurer Delivers Check to Mississippi’s Oldest Living Unclaimed Property Recipient
Mississippi Treasurer Tate Reeves Tuesday returned more than $800.00 to Margaret Martin of Jackson, who, at the age of 103, is Mississippi’s oldest unclaimed property recipient. Ms. Martin is the second oldest recipient in the nation; the oldest recipient, living in the State of Washington, is 106. <more>

March 13, 2008
Treasurer Tate Reeves encourages Mississippi families to save for college
State Treasurer Tate Reeves is encouraging Mississippi families to enroll in the Mississippi Affordable College Savings (MACS) program before April 15th <more>

March 12, 2008
Reeves testifies before the U.S. House of Representatives Financial Service Committee
State Treasurer Tate Reeves joined the treasurers of Pennsylvania and California today to testify before the U.S. House of Financial Service Committee in Washington D.C. <more>

March 12, 2008
State Treasurer Tate Reeves’ Testimony to the US House Financial Services Committee
Chairman Frank, Ranking Member Bachus, distinguished members of the Committee, and other distinguished guests, I offer my sincere appreciation for the opportunity to speak with you this morning about the serious issues that state and local governments face in today’s challenging municipal marketplace <more>

March 11, 2008
State Treasurer Tate Reeves to testify before the United States House of Representatives Financial Services Committee
State Treasurer Tate Reeves will testify before the U.S. House Financial Service Committee at a hearing titled “Municipal Bond Turmoil: Impact on Cities, Towns and States.”<more>

January 17, 2008
Reeves gives Fiscal Briefing
Treasurer Reeves urges Legislature to authorize “No new bonds in 2008” <more>

January 7, 2008
Inaugural Reception honoring State Treasurer Tate Reeves
“You are cordially invited to an Inaugural Reception honoring State Treasurer Tate Reeves Thursday, January 10, 2008" <more>

January 2, 2008
State Treasurer Tate Reeves issues statement regarding the appointment of Congressman Roger Wicker to serve as U.S. Senator
“Mississippians will be well served by Governor Barbour’s decision to appoint Congressman Roger Wicker as our next U.S. Senator" <more>

November 30, 2007
College Savings Mississippi Extends the Nov. 30th Deadline for MPACT enrollment
With Christmas around the corner, many families are searching for that “perfect” gift <more>

November 27, 2007
Treasurer Tate Reeves issues statement regarding Senator Lott’s resignation
Jackson, Miss. (November 26, 2007) – Over the past 35 years, Senator Trent Lott has demonstrated tremendous leadership on behalf of our state and country <more>

October 25, 2007
Treasurer Tate Reeves presents MPACT contract today to Madison native Wade Sims for a one free year of senior college
As tuition prices continue to increase, a college education is becoming less affordable and accessible for many families in the country <more>

October 3, 2007
State Treasurer Tate Reeves takes his office to the Fair
Lines of people will gather this week to enjoy one of the most anticipated events of the season, the Mississippi State Fair. Many fair-goers will enjoy exciting rides and great food, but one attraction families can not afford to miss is the Treasury Department’s booth <more>

Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Treasurer Tate Reeves kicks off College Savings Month at Trustmark Park
'One year of college tuition to be given away'
Today, (Jackson, Miss.) August 28, 2007 - Treasurer Tate Reeves and his staff are teaming up with the Mississippi Braves and InTuition to improve awareness of college savings to families this month at Trustmark Park..<more>

Thursday, August 2, 2007
Mississippi Affordable College Savings Plan receives national attention
Today, (Jackson, Miss.) August 2, 2007 - State Treasurer Tate Reeves announced today that Mississippi has received national recognition for its Mississippi Affordable College Savings Plan.<more>

Wednesday, July 18, 2007

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State Treasurer Tate Reeves rings the NASDAQ Stock Market Closing Bell
State Treasurer Tate Reeves, the president of the National Association of State Treasurers, presided over the closing bell of the NASDAQ stock market yesterday marking the close of trading at 4 p.m. eastern time. <more>

Thursday June 14, 2007
State Treasurer Tate Reeves’ statement on today’s Supreme Court ruling
Today’s ruling by supreme court confirms what we have said all along .<more>

Tuesday March 27, 2007
New CollegeSavings.org Web Site Makes it Easy to Find, View and Compare Information about 529 Plans
State Treasurer Tate Reeves is encouraging Mississippi families to take advantage of a redesigned College Savings Web site that is formatted to help families prepare for the growing financial challenge of a college education <more>

Tuesday March 27, 2007
New CollegeSavings.org Web Site Makes it Easy to Find, View and Compare Information about 529 Plans
Newly redesigned Web site educates families about the importance of saving for college and the benefits of 529 plans <more>

Monday March 26, 2007
State Treasurer Tate Reeves’ statement on today’s PFHM hearing before the Mississippi Supreme Court
"Our contention today before the Supreme Court is consistent with what we have said for the last two years." <more>

Tuesday January 23, 2007
Treasurer Tate Reeves issues statement regarding the Governor’s State of the State Address
"We must continue our work to improve our state’s financial situation." <more>

Thursday January 11, 2007
REEVES GIVES FISCAL BRIEFING
Treasurer Reeves urges legislature to take a cautious approach to the state budget <more>

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