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January 15, 2013 14:00 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

State Treasurer Rob McCord Sworn In for Second Term

HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 15, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Incumbent State Treasurer Rob McCord took office for a second term today, vowing to maintain the results-driven approach to government that has...
January 09, 2013 14:11 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

Treasurer McCord Disputes Legality of Lottery Expansion

HARRISBURG, Pa., Jan. 9, 2013 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lacking a precise description of the types of gaming to be deployed on video lottery terminals, it is currently impossible to determine whether such...
December 18, 2012 10:24 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

PA Treasury Strikes Major Consumer Protection Win With Rebate Settlement of Almost $2 Million, Says Treasurer McCord

HARRISBURG, Pa., Dec. 18, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A landmark settlement between the Pennsylvania Treasury and Parago, Inc. will make nearly $2 million in unclaimed promotional rebates from past...
December 12, 2012 15:10 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

Treasurer McCord Questions Legality of Payments to Private Manager for Lottery Expansion

HARRISBURG, Pa., Dec. 12, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- State Treasurer Rob McCord today notified the Pennsylvania Lottery that depending upon the nature and extent of lottery expansion under a private...
December 06, 2012 16:10 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

Treasurer McCord Announces Appointment of Gary Tuma as Communications Director

HARRISBURG, Pa., Dec. 6, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- State Treasurer Rob McCord today announced Gary Tuma, a 40-year veteran of journalism and state government, will join the Treasury Department as its...
November 20, 2012 13:23 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

Boost College Savings With Holiday Shopping Through Upromise Rewards This Year, Urges PA Treasurer McCord

HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 20, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- State Treasurer Rob McCord today encouraged shoppers to turn their holiday spending into college savings this season with the help of Upromise.com,...
November 20, 2012 10:18 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

Treasurer McCord: Great "Cyber Monday" Gifts Only a Click Away at Treasury's eBay Store

HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 20, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holiday shoppers who are seeking great deals on unique gifts should check out the Pennsylvania Treasury Department's unclaimed property eBay store...
November 09, 2012 16:11 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

'Make the Pledge, Keep the Promise' Sweepstakes Gives Families Chance to Win $150,000 for College, Says Treasurer McCord

HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 9, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- State Treasurer Rob McCord today shared a way for Pennsylvania families to boost their college savings and earn a chance to win $150,000 for college...
November 08, 2012 13:06 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

Treasurer McCord Says Nearly $163,000 Available for Claim by Veterans, Military Service Organizations

HARRISBURG, Pa., Nov. 8, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As Veterans Day approaches, State Treasurer Rob McCord today said the Pennsylvania Treasury is seeking to return $162,813 in unclaimed property that...
October 30, 2012 11:25 ET | Source: Pennsylvania Treasury

PA Treasurer McCord: Certain Priority Payments Sent in Advance of Hurricane Sandy May Arrive Early; Verify Printed Pay Date First

HARRISBURG, Pa., Oct. 30, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Because of accelerated payment and mail schedules, State Treasurer Rob McCord today advised those who will receive benefit payments this week from...