With speculation surging on social media, many Americans are asking: Will there be another stimulus check in 2025? Despite viral posts claiming $2,000 direct deposits, here’s what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what’s still in motion on Capitol Hill and in state legislatures.
No fourth federal stimulus check confirmed for 2025
Despite online claims, there is no official fourth stimulus check confirmed for 2025 by Congress or the IRS.
- Viral posts have claimed Americans will receive direct deposits of $1,390, $1,702, or $2,000.
- These rumors are false, according to the IRS and U.S. Treasury.
- The deadline to claim the final federal stimulus payment—a $1,400 credit from 2021—was April 15, 2025.
The IRS is also warning taxpayers about scam texts and impersonation attempts, urging individuals to check refund and credit status only through official IRS portals.
What is the American Worker Rebate Act?
There is a legitimate proposal in Congress that could result in relief checks—but it hasn’t passed.
- The American Worker Rebate Act of 2025, introduced by Sen. Josh Hawley, aims to send checks of $600 to $2,400 to working families.
- It is not law yet, and still awaits congressional approval.
If passed, it would resemble pandemic-era payments but be targeted at working households based on income eligibility.
Trump’s tariff rebate plan: What we know
Former President Donald Trump has floated multiple proposals involving rebate checks funded by tariff revenues.
- In a recent interview, he proposed sending Americans $1,000 to $2,000 checks as “dividends” from tariffs.
- He also mentioned a separate idea: a $5,000 DOGE dividend, which would use savings from the Department of Government Efficiency.
While these ideas grab headlines, none have been enacted or detailed in legislative form.
State-level relief: Who’s getting inflation or tax refund checks?
While federal payments are stalled, some states are sending out inflation relief or tax rebate checks.
Inflation relief checks
States issuing one-time payments in 2025 include:
- New York: $200 for individuals earning up to $75,000; $400 for married couples earning up to $150,000.
- Pennsylvania, Georgia, Colorado: Property tax rebates or inflation refunds, varying by income and tax status.
New Jersey ANCHOR property tax relief
The ANCHOR program gives up to:
- $1,750 for homeowners age 65+
- $1,500 for younger homeowners
- $700 for renters age 65+, or $450 for younger renters
New Jersey’s application deadline is October 31, 2025.
Tax refund updates: How to track yours
You won’t get a new federal stimulus, but your tax refund might still be on the way.
- Use the IRS “Where’s My Refund” tool to track status within 24 hours of e-filing.
- Direct deposit refunds typically arrive within 21 days; paper checks take 6–8 weeks.
- You’ll need your SSN, filing status, and refund amount to check status.
Each state also has its own portal:
What’s next for stimulus efforts?
There’s no active federal stimulus program, but lawmakers could revisit relief checks depending on economic conditions or court rulings tied to tariff revenue. The U.S. Supreme Court is also set to hear cases that could impact the legality and future of these programs.
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