As part of the 2025-2026 state budget, New York will issue inflation rebate checks for the first time, which are one-time payments intended to compensate residents who have faced higher living costs due to rising prices and sales taxes.
This is due to the difference between total revenues minus total government expenditures, or surplus, generated by tax collection, and the program will start in the fall of 2025.
Checks will be mailed out beginning in mid-October and distributed over a few weeks. It is also worth noting that you do not need to do anything because if you meet the requirements, the Department of Revenue will send you the payment automatically.
Who qualifies for the New York stimulus payment?
To be eligible for the stimulus check, you must meet the following requirements:
Important information about the delivery of stimulus checks in New York City?
It is important to note that no special forms or portals will be set up to apply for the check, and the refund will be mailed, even if you have previously received refunds via direct deposit.
Because the checks will be mailed rather than delivered by region or zip code, some may receive them earlier or later than others.
It is critical to ensure that your mailing address is current on the official New York State Department of Taxation website, tax.ny.gov.
If you have moved since filing your 2023 tax return, updating your information will reduce the likelihood of the check being delayed or lost.
