About the Treasury
Learn about our mission, leadership, and over two centuries of service to the American people.
Our Mission
The Department of the Treasury operates to maintain a strong economy and create economic and job opportunities by promoting the conditions that enable economic growth and stability at home and abroad. It works to strengthen national security by combating threats and protecting the integrity of the financial system, and manages the U.S. Government's finances.
Treasury's mission highlights its role as the steward of U.S. economic and financial systems, and as an influential participant in the global economy. The Treasury Department is charged with a wide range of responsibilities, from managing federal finances to collecting taxes, and from producing currency to advising on domestic and international financial, economic, and tax policies.
Department Leadership
The officials guiding the Treasury Department
Secretary of the Treasury
Chief Financial Officer
Leads the Department and advises the President on economic and fiscal matters.
Deputy Secretary
Second in Command
Assists the Secretary and oversees day-to-day operations of the Department.
Treasurer of the United States
Currency & Coinage
Oversees the Bureau of Engraving and Printing and the U.S. Mint.
Our History
Key milestones in the Treasury's 237-year legacy
Founding of the Treasury
The First Congress establishes the Department of the Treasury. Alexander Hamilton is appointed as the first Secretary.
National Banking System
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is established to charter and supervise national banks.
Federal Reserve Act
Congress creates the Federal Reserve System, working closely with the Treasury to manage monetary policy.
Department of Homeland Security
Several Treasury enforcement agencies transfer to the new department, while Treasury retains its core financial mission.
Modern Digital Treasury
The Department continues to adapt to digital finance, cybersecurity, and global economic challenges in the 21st century.
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