Treasury bills are short-term U.S. government securities sold at a discount and subject to federal tax only. Learn how to buy them, how they work, and why they're safe.

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A Treasury bill (T-bill) is a short-term loan you give to the U.S. government in exchange for a guaranteed return. T-bills are issued by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and mature in one year or ...