PA unclaimed property search: New bill aims to give Pennsylvanians what they're entitled to
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- There's a new push to get unclaimed property back in the hands of Pennsylvanians who rightfully own it.
Previously, if you had unclaimed money or property held with the State of Pennsylvania, you had to fill out a form and wait for the state to process your information.
Now, new legislation could change that.
The Pennsylvania treasurer said the state has $4 billion of unclaimed property, and many people don't know that they're entitled to claim what's theirs.
The bill passed the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously, so the state House takes it up next. If it's signed into law, some people could see checks as early as Christmas.
To find out if you have unclaimed property or the status of a claim, click here.
