Rumors regarding potential September 2025 stimulus payments from the federal government have been circulating on social media and digital platforms in recent weeks.
There are no formal plans to issue additional economic stimulus checks, though, according to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Refunds of taxes that taxpayers have already filed are the only payments being processed at this time.
What is the IRS paying now?
Tax returns for fiscal year 2024 are still being processed by the IRS. Refunds are being issued to taxpayers who filed their returns before April 15; if they were filed electronically, this process may take up to three weeks. These are refunds for overpaid taxes, not stimulus payments.
Why did the rumors of new checks arise?
The IRS has had up to seven different commissioners this year, which has led to recent administration changes that have caused the confusion.
Taxpayers are now uncertain as a result of this instability and the new tax laws that Congress has enacted. Legislative changes, however, do not consider making direct payments to the populace, as was the case with the stimulus package in prior years.
How can you find out if your refund is still pending?
The “Where’s My Refund?” tool on the IRS’s official website is what the agency advises using. Your Social Security or ITIN number, your filing status, and the precise amount of the refund are required in order to access it. The system will notify you if your return was sent, accepted, or received.
Will there be stimulus payments for the rest of the year?
Legislation authorizing additional stimulus payments in 2025 has not yet been passed. Tax experts note that it is unlikely that policies like those of 2020 or 2021 will be approved because of the budget deficit and the lack of political agreement. The IRS is currently concentrating on new tax adjustments and deductions rather than direct payments.
Regarding reports of payments in September 2025, the IRS is clear
Despite expectations being raised by rumors of new stimulus checks, the IRS has made it clear that no payments are planned for September 2025. Tax refunds are the only deposits being made. It is advised to confirm the status of your return on the IRS website and to check directly with official sources to prevent confusion.
