The federal government has not authorized any new stimulus payments for 2025. The last federal Economic Impact Payments were distributed during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the final opportunity to claim the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit ending on April 15, 2025.
While former President Donald Trump has proposed a $5,000 “DOGE Dividend” tied to government savings, this initiative has not been formalized or approved by Congress.
🗺️ State-Level Stimulus Programs in 2025
Several states have launched their own stimulus programs to provide financial relief:
California
- Program: Middle-Class Tax Refunds
- Amount: Up to $725 per eligible household
- Eligibility: Income limits, residency status, recent tax filing, and exclusion from previous aid rounds
- Distribution: Payments began in April 2025 .
New York
- Program: Inflation Refund
- Amount: $300 for single filers earning up to $150,000; $500 for joint filers earning up to $300,000
- Distribution: Over eight million payments began in April 2025 .
Colorado
- Program: Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR) Refund
- Amount: Up to $800 for single filers; $1,600 for married couples filing jointly
- Eligibility: Filing 2023 taxes on time, residency status, and no significant legal infractions
- Distribution: Payments are being issued in 2025 .
Georgia
- Program: Inflation Relief Payments
- Amount: $250 for single taxpayers; $375 for heads of households; $500 for married couples filing jointly
- Eligibility: Filed 2023 and 2024 tax returns, resided in or worked in Georgia during those years, and have a tax liability for 2023
- Distribution: Payments are expected within six to eight weeks from April 15, 2025 .
Pennsylvania
- Program: Property Tax and Rent Rebate Program
- Amount: Up to $1,000, with additional supplemental rebates worth $190 to $500
- Eligibility: Residents aged 65+, widows/widowers aged 50+, and individuals with disabilities aged 18+
- Application Deadline: December 31, 2025 .
Alaska
- Program: Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD)
- Amount: $1,702 per eligible resident
- Eligibility: Full-year Alaska residency in 2023 and intent to remain an Alaskan resident indefinitely
- Application Period: February 1 through March 31, 2025
- Distribution: Expected in June 2025 .
✅ How to Stay Informed and Apply
- Check Eligibility: Visit your state’s official website to determine eligibility criteria and application procedures.
- Update Information: Ensure your address and banking details are current to avoid payment delays.
- Beware of Scams: Only rely on official government sources for information. Avoid sharing personal information on unofficial websites or through unsolicited communications.