Code of Federal Regulations > Title 31 > Chapter II > Part 359 > Subpart A - Subpart A—General Information

U.S. Code of Federal Regulations

Regulations most recently checked for updates: Jan 21, 2026

§ 359.0 - What does this part cover?

§ 359.1 - What regulations govern Series I savings bonds?

§ 359.2 - [Reserved]

§ 359.3 - What special terms do I need to know to understand this part?

§ 359.4 - In what form are Series I savings bonds issued?

§ 359.5 - What is the maturity period of a Series I savings bonds?

§ 359.6 - When may I redeem my Series I bond?

§ 359.7 - If I redeem a Series I savings bonds before five years after the issue date, is there an interest penalty?

§ 359.8 - How does interest accrue on Series I savings bonds?

§ 359.9 - When are interest rates for Series I savings bonds announced?

§ 359.10 - What is the fixed rate of return?

§ 359.11 - What is the semiannual inflation rate?

§ 359.12 - What happens in deflationary conditions?

§ 359.13 - What are composite rates?

§ 359.14 - How are composite rates determined?

§ 359.15 - When is the composite rate applied to Series I savings bonds?

§ 359.16 - When does interest accrue on Series I savings bonds?

§ 359.17 - When is interest payable on Series I savings bonds?

§ 359.18 - Is the determination of the Secretary on rates and values final?

§ 359.19 - How is interest calculated?

§§ 359.20-359.24 - §[Reserved]