No, the federal government is not sending out a new round of $1,390 stimulus checks. Rumors circulating on social media are false. These claims appear to be a misunderstanding of a separate proposal for a “tariff rebate,” which is not a stimulus check and is not close to becoming law.
Fact Check: No, a New Stimulus Check Is Not Coming. Here’s the Real Story.
Viral posts on social media platforms like TikTok and Facebook have falsely claimed a new federal stimulus payment is imminent. However, officials have confirmed this is not true. This confusion seems to stem from a different proposal in Congress involving tariff revenue.
Debunking the $1,390 Stimulus Check Rumor
The claim that Americans will receive a $1,390 stimulus check in late summer 2025 is false. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has confirmed it is not sending out new stimulus payments. Furthermore, only Congress can authorize such payments. Congress has not passed any new law to do so. The IRS continues to warn taxpayers to be aware of scams related to stimulus payments.
What Is the ‘Tariff Rebate’ Proposal?
The source of the confusion is likely a real bill introduced in the Senate called the American Worker Rebate Act. It is important to know this is not a stimulus check. Instead, the bill proposes a rebate funded by taxes on imported goods, known as tariffs. A rebate is a refund of money consumers may have already paid through higher prices, while a stimulus is new money intended to boost the economy.
The proposal suggests a payment of at least $600 per person, not $1,390. It also includes income limits for eligibility.
Why No Checks Are Coming Soon
Even the proposed tariff rebate is not imminent. The bill is in the early stages and is not close to passing. The U.S. Senate is on summer break and will not return until September.
In addition, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent clarified the administration’s priorities on Tuesday. He stated that any extra revenue from tariffs will first be used to pay down the national debt. While he noted rebate checks could be a possibility in the future, he was clear that payments “wouldn’t be coming anytime soon.”
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