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What you need to know as California stimulus checks start rolling out

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Up to 23 million Californians are looking to get as much as $1,050 in tax rebates thanks to a one-time stimulus package that the Golden State began rolling out on Friday.

The total payment of $9.5 billion is the largest program of its kind in the state’s history.

an initiative called middle class tax refundcomes when inflation reaches nationwide historical high.California has Recorded a surplus of $97.5 billion That’s because we finalized the budget, including payments, earlier this year.

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“We know it’s expensive right now, and California is putting money back in your pocket to help you out,” says California Governor Gavin Newsom, Democrat, said in a statement.

“We will be sending refunds worth more than $1,000 to help families pay for everything from groceries to gas,” he said.

Who is eligible for a refund?

To be eligible for payment, you must meet certain requirements.

Must have resided in California for at least six months in the 2020 tax year and be a current state resident.

Oakland, Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom and Oakland, Calif. Mayor Libby Schaff at a press conference in Oakland, CA on May 10, 2021.

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You must have filed your 2020 tax returns by October 15, 2021 and adjusted your gross income within the required thresholds.

Also, you must not be claimed as a dependent by anyone else.

How much money can I receive?

Payments for eligible couples applying jointly range from $400 to $1,050.

Eligible individuals can receive between $200 and $700.

The check amount is determined by two factors: income and number of dependents.

The most generous amount, $1,050, is paid to jointly applying couples with incomes of $150,000 or less and dependents. Couples in that income category receive $700 if they have no dependents.

When will my check be issued?

Payments will be made between this month and January.

Direct Deposits will be sent to residents who have electronically filed their 2020 state returns and have been reimbursed by the state through direct deposit. About 90% of direct deposits are expected to be issued from Friday through October.

Other payments will be issued by debit card that will be mailed starting later this month.

Do payments cause inflation?

California isn’t the only state to roll out one-off rebates with a tight budget.For example, Florida $450 for select families with children.

The big question raised by checks sent from California and other states is whether it will exacerbate inflation.

Jason Furman, an economics professor at Harvard University, said California “will have an edge on the net,” but that other states could be affected by exporting inflation. recently tweeted.

“California will be left behind by the ‘inflation relief payments’ made by Florida and other states,” he wrote.

The state is running a record surplus and many individuals are suffering under the pressure of very high inflation.

Jared Walzak

Vice President of State Projects, Tax Foundation

The state rolls out lump sums throughout the year, but they’re increasing as Election Day approaches, said Jared Walczak, vice president of state projects for the Tax Foundation.

“The state is running a record surplus and many individuals are suffering under the pressure of very high inflation,” Walczak said.

So policy makers want to put the two together and write a check.

“Unfortunately, that will only fuel more inflation by pumping more money into an overheated economy,” Walczak said.

Tax cuts would be a better alternative for extra income in the long run, he said. Instead, if the state is considering one-time money, it would be better to spend it on one-time needs such as pensions and rainy day funds, he said.



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