Treasury Seeks Input to Ease Collateral Security Paperwork

2026-09956 — Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Minority Bank Deposit Program (MBDP) Certification Form for Admission

The Treasury Department is extending the use of a form that helps minority-owned banks join a special program offering extra support from the government and partners. About 72 banks fill out this form, which takes around 45 minutes each. They’re asking for public comments by July 20, 2026, to keep things clear and easy without adding extra hassle or costs.

2026-09184 — Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Request To Reissue U.S. Savings Bonds To a Personal Trust

The Treasury is extending the form that lets people reissue their U.S. Savings Bonds to a personal trust. This affects individuals who want to move their bonds into a trust and keeps the process simple, with about 10,600 folks expected to use it each year. Comments on this paperwork are open until July 7, 2026, so now’s the time to speak up if you have ideas!

2026-09185 — Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Application by Survivors for Payment of Bond or Check Issued Under the Armed Forces Leave Act of 1946, as Amended

The Treasury Department is extending the form survivors use to claim payments from bonds or checks issued under the Armed Forces Leave Act of 1946. This update affects families of service members who passed away before cashing these payments. They’re asking for public feedback by July 7, 2026, to keep the process smooth and paperwork light, with no new costs involved.

2026-07873 — Application and Renewal Fees Imposed on Surety Companies and Reinsuring Companies; Increase in Fees Imposed

Starting January 1, 2026, surety and reinsuring companies will pay higher fees when applying for or renewing their certifications with the Treasury. These fee increases help cover the government’s costs for reviewing applications and financial info. If you’re in this business, get ready to budget more for your federal paperwork!

2026-04298 — Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Special Bond of Indemnity by Purchaser of United States Savings Bonds/Notes Involved in a Chain Letter Scheme

The Treasury is extending a form that helps people get refunds if they bought U.S. Savings Bonds through a tricky chain letter scheme. This affects individuals who need to fill out a special bond of indemnity form, which takes about 8 minutes to complete. Comments on this process are open until May 4, 2026, and there’s no new cost involved—just a smooth continuation of the current system.

2026-04295 — Extension of a Currently Approved Information Collection: Agreement and Request for Disposition of a Decedent's Treasury Securities

The Treasury is extending the form that helps people claim or settle a loved one’s Treasury securities after they pass away. This affects individuals handling estates and keeps the process smooth without extra court steps. No big changes or costs, but comments on the form are welcome until May 4, 2026.

Previous: 2025-08561 — Proposed Collection of Information: Claims Against the United States for Amounts Due in the Case of a Deceased Creditor

The Treasury Department wants your thoughts on how it collects info when someone dies and the government owes them money. This update aims to make the process easier and less paperwork-heavy for families and agencies. If you’re involved in these claims, now’s the time to weigh in before changes take effect!

Next: 2025-08563 — Proposed Collection of Information: Application by Voluntary Guardian of Incapacitated Owner of United States Savings Bonds or Savings Notes

If you’re a voluntary guardian managing U.S. Savings Bonds or Notes for someone who can’t handle their own money, the Treasury wants your feedback on the application process. They’re looking to make the paperwork easier and less time-consuming, so you can get things done faster. This is your chance to help shape the rules—no extra costs, just a smoother ride!