Queens Congressmember Carolyn Maloney is reminding borough residents that if they are eligible to receive economic stimulus checks, they must file their 2007 taxes by Wednesday, October 15.
For eligible individuals, the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008 provided for stimulus payments of up to $600 ($1,200 for married couples) or the amount of the taxpayer’s 2007 net income tax liability, whichever is less. There also is a $300 payment for each qualifying child.
“If you haven’t received a rebate check, you should call the IRS immediately to find out if some unexpected money may be coming your way,” Maloney said.
Those who have already filed a 2007 tax return but who have not yet received an economic stimulus payment can check on the status of their payment by going to “Where’s My Economic Stimulus Payment?” on the irs.gov website.
People can also call 866-234-2942 to check on the status of the stimulus payment. People will need their Social Security Number (the one listed first on the 2007 return), filing status (single, married, etc.) and the number of exemptions claimed on the return.
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