Good News: New Economic Stimulus Check Announced in This State

New stimulus check in 2025

More than 8 million will benefit

Amount up to $400

The state of New York will issue an economic stimulus check in 2025 with a budget of $2 billion.

Payment details: Checks will range from $150 to $400, depending on the taxpayer’s financial situation.

Official confirmation: Governor Kathy Hochul confirmed that this payment is included in the budget approved for fiscal year 2026.

Purpose of the check: Known as the «inflation rebate check,» it is intended to ease the economic burden of inflation on New York families.

Stimulus check in New York 2025

New stimulus check in New York in 2025 – PHOTO: Shutterstock

Current inflation: While inflation has decreased from its 9.1% peak in 2022, prices remain higher than pre-pandemic levels.

Economic factors: In addition to inflation, other factors—such as the trade war initiated under the Trump administration—continue to impact households.

State decision: Hochul explained that additional revenue from sales tax should be returned to citizens.

Hochul’s statement: “The money belongs to the working families of New York and should be returned as an inflation rebate,” said the governor.

Who are eligible:

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More than 8 million New Yorkers may receive the stimulus check, provided they meet the established income limits.

Joint filers:
Income up to $150,000 ➜ $400
Income between $150,001 and $300,000 ➜ $300

Individual filers:
Income between $75,001 and $150,000 ➜ $150
Income up to $75,000 ➜ $200, according to the site Solo Dinero.

Shipping dates:

Payment schedule:

Although there is no official timeline, payments of the stimulus check are expected to begin before the end of 2025.

Impact on families:

This payment comes at a crucial time, as many families continue to struggle with the high cost of living in New York.

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