The Nota Paraná program has drawn attention as 60 prizes of R$ 1,000 each have not yet been claimed by consumers in 28 cities across the state of Paraná. As reported by the Secretaria de Estado da Fazenda (Sefa-PR), the prizes are set to expire from late March to May. If these prizes are not claimed by the deadlines, the unclaimed funds will return to the public treasury and will be allocated to vital services such as health, education, and public safety.

In 2025, the government revealed that over R$ 149.7 million was left uncollected by participants of the Nota Paraná program, marking the highest amount since 2020, when R$ 181.7 million was returned to the public coffers. This raises concerns regarding public awareness and engagement in such programs, which are designed to encourage consumer participation in tax collection initiatives while providing cash incentives.

The list of cities affected by these expiring prizes includes several notable locations in Paraná, such as Curitiba, Apucarana, and Colombo. Community outreach and information dissemination will be critical in ensuring that consumers are aware of their unclaimed prizes and the impending deadlines. These efforts could potentially increase the redemption rates and ensure that the funds are utilized effectively for public services rather than reverting to state finances.