PRESS RELEASE
Treasurer Malek Announces Successful Close of MOBUCK$ Application Portal
JEFFERSON
CITY, MO – The Missouri State Treasurer's office is pleased to
announce the successful conclusion of the latest application cycle for the
MOBUCK$ program, which officially ended on Thursday, August 29, 2024. Over the 32-day application period, the portal
received an impressive 570 applications, totaling $405,184,665 in requested
funds. The applicants represent a diverse cross-section of Missouri's economy,
including 267 applications from the agriculture sector totaling 46.8% of total
applications and 284 from small businesses totaling 49.8% of total applications.
This significant interest reflects the program's vital role in providing
financial relief and support to Missouri's small businesses and agricultural
sectors, offering them access to lower-interest loans in a challenging economic
environment. Treasurer Vivek Malek expressed his gratitude to all
participating lenders and applicants for their engagement and interest in the
MOBUCK$ program. "The strong response to this latest round of applications
underscores the critical need for affordable financing options for Missouri's
businesses and farmers," Malek said. "Our office remains committed to
leveraging common-sense financial solutions to empower local economies and drive
growth throughout the state." Earlier this year, the MOBUCK$ application portal was
closed within 6 hours of opening due to overwhelming
demand. Recognizing the importance of the program as a
relief valve from inflation for small businesses and farmers, Treasurer Malek garnered
statewide support and championed legislation to expand MOBUCK$. This expansion
of the MOBUCK$ linked-deposit program was passed by the Missouri Legislature
and signed by Governor Parson in May 2024. For more information, please visit treasurer.mo.gov.
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