10 months ago
IRS Denies Rumors of New Stimulus Payments Amidst Scams and Proposals
Some people online are talking about getting new money from the government, like $1,390 or $2,000, soon.
But the IRS, the government's tax office, says this is not true.
The last time the government sent out special money like this was a while ago, and the final deadline to get some of that money has already passed.
These rumors might be confusing because sometimes states send out their own money, or old news gets shared again.
There's also talk about a plan for money from tariffs, but that's just an idea for now and hasn't been approved.
Be very careful because some people try to trick you by pretending to be from the IRS to steal your information.
The IRS only contacts people through official letters first, not texts or emails.
Always check with the IRS directly if you hear about new money.
Online rumors claim new federal stimulus payments of $1,390 or $2,000 are expected.
The IRS has stated that no new federal stimulus payments are planned.
The IRS previously sent payments in 2024 and early 2025 for the unclaimed 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit.
President Trump's proposed '$2000 tariff dividend' is a non-legislated proposal, not an approved payment.
The public is warned to be vigilant against scams that impersonate the IRS and request personal information.
- Who
- The IRS and the public
- What
- The IRS is denying widespread rumors of new stimulus payments while warning about scams.
- Where
- United States
- When
- Rumors circulating about potential November payments; IRS sent prior payments in 2024 and early 2025.
- Why
- To clarify that no new federal stimulus payments are being issued and to alert the public to potential scams related to fake payment notifications.
Rumors of New Stimulus Payments
IRS Official Stance and Reality
Existence of New Stimulus Payments
Rumors of New Stimulus Payments
Online rumors suggest new federal stimulus checks of amounts like $1,390, $1,702, or $2,000 are expected.
IRS Official Stance and Reality
The IRS states that no new federal stimulus payments are planned. The last official federal stimulus checks were issued in 2021.
Source of Potential Payments
Rumors of New Stimulus Payments
Some rumors reference President Trump's proposed 'tariff dividend' plan to send $2,000 to middle and low-income individuals and families.
IRS Official Stance and Reality
President Trump's 'tariff dividend' plan is a proposal that has not been legislated or approved by Congress. Its implementation and form are uncertain.
Causes of Confusion
Rumors of New Stimulus Payments
Confusion arises from misunderstandings of state programs (like Alaska's Permanent Fund Dividend) and recycled news.
IRS Official Stance and Reality
The IRS clarifies that these rumors are often due to confusion with state programs, outdated news, scam attempts, and social media algorithms.
Key facts
- IRS Stimulus Payment History
- Sent automatic payments in 2024 and early 2025 for unclaimed 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit (max $1,400).
- IRS Stance on New Payments
- No new federal stimulus payments are planned or announced.
- Rumored Payment Amounts
- $1,390, $1,702, or $2,000
- Trump's Tariff Dividend Plan
- Proposal to send $2,000 to middle/low-income individuals, not legislated.
- Deadline for 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit
- April 15, 2025 (has passed).
- Stimulus Scam Red Flags
- IRS does not contact via email, text, or social media; uses official mail first.
Quotes
Violet Jira
FOX 5 reporter
“the White House claimed it supports sending these checks.”
timesnownews.com
“Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent explained the plan would cover individuals and families earning $100,000 or less.”
timesnownews.com
Donald Trump
US President
“he wants to use tariff revenue to send people a $2000 “tariff dividend.” He wrote that he wants every middle and low income person to get this money. He also said leftover money would go toward paying down the national debt.”
timesnownews.com
