Guest Editorial from State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald I had the opportunity to reflect back on the impact a single person can make on this great state as I attended the funeral of a notable Iowan, Richard Johnson. Dick served 25 years as the State Auditor. As I listened to...
Des Moines, Iowa – State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald reports Iowa’s Aaa credit rating has been reaffirmed by Moody’s Investor Services (Moody’s). Moody’s recently introduced a new methodology on how they asses a State’s financial position, which led to the reassessment. “Much like a credit score represents an individual’s financial well-being,...
Des Moines, Iowa – State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald reminds Iowa students the deadline to apply for the 2022 Robert D. Blue Scholarship is quickly approaching. To be eligible for this year’s award, applications must be completed in their entirety and submitted online at RDBlue.org by Tuesday, May 10. The...
Des Moines, Iowa – State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald is continuing his Financial Literacy Month celebration by sharing tips to help Iowans be smart consumers. In recognition of Money Smart Week’s 20th anniversary, scheduled April 9 – April 16, Fitzgerald wants to empower individuals to make informed decisions on their...
Des Moines, Iowa – April is Financial Literacy Month and State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald is empowering Iowans of all ages to be smart consumers by encouraging them to improve their financial well-being. “As State Treasurer, finances are important to me,” said Fitzgerald. “Providing Iowans with unbiased information and equipping...
Des Moines, Iowa – State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald is joining a group of state treasurers around the country in supporting efforts at all levels of government to divest public and pension funds from investments in Russian-domiciled companies. “I condemn Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified invasion of Ukraine,” Fitzgerald stated. “I...
DES MOINES, Iowa – State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald reminds Iowa students the application for the 2022 Robert D. Blue Scholarship is available online at RDBlue.org. Students of any Iowa high school who plan to pursue, or are currently pursuing, higher education in the state for the 2022-2023 academic year...
Des Moines, Iowa – State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald reports the Iowa outstanding debt obligations for state and local governments totaled $18.8 billion as of June 30, 2021. This represents a 5.30% increase from fiscal year 2020. “In fiscal year 2020, the total amount of debt increased due to public...
DES MOINES, Iowa – State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald recently opened the 2022 Robert D. Blue Scholarship for applications. Applicants must be a current senior or former graduate of any Iowa high school who plans to attend a college or university within the state. Awards are based on financial need,...
DES MOINES, Iowa – State Treasurer Michael L. Fitzgerald announces Iowa’s AAA credit rating has been affirmed by Fitch Ratings. “Iowans can continue to rest assured the State’s finances are in secure order,” said Fitzgerald. “Our conservative budget management, low debt liability and diverse economy helped the State maintain our...
