Claims circulating on social media regarding a new $1,390 federal stimulus check being sent to Americans this month by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) are false, according to official sources. The IRS has not announced any new round of economic impact payments, and no such legislation has been passed by Congress.
The rumors appear to stem from a misinterpretation or misinformation campaign related to a previous IRS initiative. Earlier this year, the IRS confirmed it was automatically distributing approximately $2.4 billion to taxpayers who had not claimed the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit on their tax returns. This credit was a refundable payment of up to $1,400 per person tied to the third round of pandemic-era stimulus checks. The deadline to file a tax return to claim this credit was April 15, 2025. An IRS spokesperson has clarified that no new credit is available for taxpayers to claim.
While federal stimulus payments are not on the horizon, some states have implemented their own relief programs or tax rebates. These state-level payments are separate from any federal action and are based on local legislation. For example, some states have provided tax refunds to residents as a form of inflation relief.
The U.S. government has historically authorized stimulus checks through specific legislation passed by Congress, with the Treasury Department distributing the funds. The current rumors lack any legislative backing or official announcement from the IRS or Treasury. Taxpayers are advised to rely on official sources like the IRS website for accurate information and to be wary of scams tied to false promises of payments.