IRS: who can collect $1,400 stimulus check in April | MIX

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During the years 2020 and 2021, amidst the coronavirus outbreak, the United States government provided economic aid to the most vulnerable families who were impacted by the pandemic. This aid included the distribution of stimulus checks, also known as economic impact payments, to help individuals cope with the financial challenges brought on by the crisis.

In total, three rounds of stimulus checks were delivered to eligible recipients, providing much-needed relief to many Americans. However, a new development has emerged regarding the possibility of another stimulus check in April 2024. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has been notifying individuals who may be eligible to receive a $1,400 stimulus check this year.

It is important to note that this is not a new economic injection but rather an opportunity for those who were eligible for the previous stimulus checks and did not collect them to claim the payment now with their tax returns. The IRS has identified approximately nine million taxpayers who did not request the payment in previous years and is urging them to verify their status and file their tax returns as soon as possible to receive the $1,400 benefit.

Individuals who were eligible for the stimulus checks during the pandemic years can claim the $1,400 payment with their tax return or using form 1040. The deadline to claim this money is April 2025, making this year the last opportunity for individuals to collect the payment if they missed out on it previously.

The United States Social Security Administration (SSA) plays a crucial role in administering social security programs in the country, including managing and distributing retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to eligible individuals and their families. It is important for individuals to stay informed about their social security benefits and take advantage of any financial assistance available to them during these challenging times.