US Stimulus Checks in November: Fact-Checking False Claims, Inflation Relief, and Tax Refunds

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The US government is not issuing new federal stimulus checks in November, despite online claims suggesting payments of up to $2,000. However, some states are providing inflation relief rebates and property tax checks to residents. The American Worker Rebate Act of 2025, proposed by Senator Josh Hawley, aims to send $600-$2,400 to eligible families, but the bill has not yet passed Congress. Meanwhile, states like New York, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and Colorado have distributed one-time inflation relief payments to offset higher living costs. In New Jersey, homeowners aged 65 and above may receive up to $1,750 in ANCHOR property tax relief, with lower amounts for younger homeowners and renters. The application deadline was October 31. For federal tax refunds, the IRS estimates 21 days for processing electronic returns with direct deposit. Without banking information, paper checks may take six to eight weeks. The "Where's My Refund" tool on the IRS website updates refund status daily, and phone line 800-829-1954 is also available. Most states have separate refund tracking portals. It's essential to be cautious of text scams and impersonators asking for personal or bank details under the guise of "fast stimulus approval." The IRS has warned about these scams. In summary, while some states are providing relief payments, there is no new federal stimulus check approved for November. Any updates on national rebate plans would require direct announcements from Congress or the IRS.