The Kentucky State Treasury protects taxpayer dollars, returns unclaimed assets to Kentuckians, and promotes financial opportunity across the Commonwealth. As a constitutionally established, independently elected office, the Treasury serves every Kentucky resident — from hard working families to local governments — with integrity, transparency, and a focus on results.
Our Mission
Our mission is to be responsible stewards of the Commonwealth’s finances, expand access to financial empowerment, support sound investment practices, and ensure public resources are managed efficiently and transparently — helping Kentuckians access the money and benefits that belong to them.
What We Do
Financial Stewardship and Cash Management
The Treasury serves as the chief financial officer of Kentucky state government. We oversee the receipt and deposit of state revenues, manage cash flow, record and reconcile state accounts, and ensure compliance with statutory and constitutional requirements.
Financial Stewardship and Cash Management
As Chair of the State Investment Commission, the Treasurer helps oversee more than $14 billion in state investments, seeking prudent returns that support state operations and future priorities.
Unclaimed Property
We safeguard unclaimed assets and help Kentuckians find and reclaim what’s rightfully theirs — from dormant accounts to forgotten checks. Under Treasurer Metcalf’s leadership, we have returned record amounts as part of our commitment to returning dollars directly to the people.
Supporting Education
Through the Treasurer’s role on the Kentucky Lottery Board, we work to ensure revenues support scholarship programs like KEES, helping Kentucky students access higher education.
Savings and Empowerment Programs
We administer and promote initiatives such as STABLE Kentucky, offering tax advantaged savings opportunities to individuals with disabilities.
How We Serve Kentuckians
The Treasury’s work touches all corners of the Commonwealth — from ensuring teachers’ retirement systems are responsibly managed, to promoting financial literacy, to strengthening government operations through disciplined fiscal management. We strive to be accountable to the people we serve every day.
Why This Matters
Kentuckians depend on the Treasury to safeguard public funds, manage investments prudently, and return resources to the rightful owners. By combining strong financial oversight with programs that directly benefit citizens, the Treasury strengthens both the economy and the trust of the public it serves.