Bond Reissuance Form Gets Routine Lifeline
Published Date: 11/28/2025
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Summary
The Treasury is extending the form people use to ask for their paper U.S. Savings Bonds to be reissued with new names or details. This affects about 38,000 folks who spend around 30 minutes filling it out each year. They’re asking for comments by January 27, 2026, to keep things smooth and easy without adding extra costs or hassle.
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