Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner is supporting legislation that directs the treasury to make "climate positive" investments in the Oregon Public Employee Pension Fund, promoting the clean energy transition. This builds on the PERS plan to reach net zero emissions in the portfolio by 2050 developed by former Treasurer Read.
New Mexico Treasurer Laura Montoya and Rhode Island Treasure James Dioassa are both championing legislation that creates Baby Bonds programs in their states, modelled after Connecticut's successful program. If passed, these Baby Bonds programs will help close the wealth gap and provide young adults from disadvantaged background with access to capital to buy a home, start a business, pay for postsecondary eduction or save for retirement.
Joe Perry has been replaced Henry Beck as Maine Treasurer. Treasurer Perry has served close to 20 years in the legislature, including as a member of the Taxation Committee. He is also a small business owner, owning a convenience store in Bangor.
California Treasurer Fiona Ma has launched a loan fund to aid hospitals and health facilities affected by the Los Angeles area wildfires. Her office has also created a Wildfire Recovery Resource Guide to assist victims of the wildfires, which includes information regarding financial assistance, insurance support and tax relief.
Treasurer Pellicciotti is championing legislation making financial education a high school graduation requirement for Washington students. The bill would make financial education available in every school district by the 2029-2030 school year.