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The California State Controller’s Office (SCO) has announced a broad modernization of the state’s Unclaimed Property Program. Guided by new legislation and improved technology, the initiative is designed to enhance security, increase efficiency, and simplify the experience for both reporting businesses (“holders”) and claimants.

State unclaimed-property programs across the U.S. are reporting a historic high in the total value of unclaimed funds. While no single federal ledger tracks a precise, real-time number, a widely referenced estimate places 2024’s aggregate at roughly $70 billion.

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Miami-Dade County Asset Recovery Bulletin

Miami-Dade County has a significant volume of unclaimed money connected to local addresses. These balances originate with companies (banks, insurers, payroll departments, utilities, brokerages) and are transferred to the State of Florida under Chapter 717 after periods of inactivity, outdated contact details, or returned mail.

New York’s Comptroller reports a record $633M returned in SFY 2024–25, boosted by automatic $250 checks and system upgrades. See how it works and where to search.

Rhode Island has finalized regulations addressing how virtual currency is handled under the state’s unclaimed property laws. The rules spell out what holders (e.g., exchanges/custodians) must do with dormant crypto and set clear procedures for liquidation and remittance to the state.