Financial Literacy
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As a co-chair of the House Financial and Economic Literacy Caucus, I want to connect you with resources and information that can help you navigate through your own personal finances.
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We are all responsible for our own fiscal futures. Learning about IRAs and mutual funds, regularly contributing money to a savings account, or implementing a retirement plan are just a few steps that can be taken to become more financially secure. These steps can mean the difference between retiring at a time of your choosing and continuing to work well after you hit retirement age. If you would like to learn more about setting yourself up for financial success, here are a few opportunities and resources to learn more about this important issue: Jump$tart | A national coalition of organizations dedicated to improving financial literacy in those kindergarten through college. U.S. Department of the Treasury | The Department of the Treasury lists helpful information and documents in its Resource Center. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation | The FDIC's financial education curriculum, Money Smart, helps low- and moderate-income individuals develop and improve their financial skills and literacy. State Treasurer of Ohio | The State Treasurer of Ohio offers financial education tools and resources for Ohioans. Related Documents: Opinion Piece | Financial Literacy Month Opinion Piece | Steve Stivers: Take Time in April to Learn Something New About Finances Press Release | Congressman Rubén Hinojosa Welcomes New Co-Chair of Financial and Economic Literacy Caucus Financial Literacy Legislation of Note: 114th Congress H.R. 1908 113th Congress H.Res.172 H.R. 3374 |
