Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP)

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) is a division of the U.S. Department of the Treasury responsible for designing and producing paper currency and other secure documents, such as Treasury securities. Established in 1862, its main goal is to create high-quality, counterfeit-resistant money that maintains public trust. The BEP operates production facilities in Washington, D.C., and Fort Worth, Texas, and it also educates the public about currency security features, helping to ensure that people can recognize and understand their money.