CENTRAL COAST, Calif. (KION) California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law a COVID-19 economic relief package that includes $600 for Californians who qualify.
But, who exactly qualifies and when will Californians have access to this checks?
In general, people who make less than $30,000 a year will qualify and would help around 5.7 million people says Carlos Lopez, CEO and Founder of Lopez Tax Service.
“5.7 million residents will receive the $600 California stimulus payment and those eligible for the payment will include people receiving the California Income Earned Tax Credit as well as residents who are currently qualified under several existing federal assistance programs," says Lopez.
If you qualify for Calfresh, Medi-Cal, general assistance, and Cal Works, you will be able to receive this check. This includes around 90,000 Monterey County residents receiving community benefits.
Leonardo Cortez-Heredia, a CalFresh Analyst for Monterey County says that those who receive the stimulus checks will continue to receive their current benefits.
"Just to make sure that we clearly indicate that the stimulus, this new $600 stimulus check, is not going to affect them in their benefits for the services that we provide which is CalFresh, Medi-Cal, general assistance, and CalWorks," says Heredia.
Governor Newsom emphasized the importance of giving a stimulus for those who did not qualify on the federal level.
This includes those who are are ITIN holders.
ITIN holders are eligible even if they earn up to $75,000 annually to make up for a lack of a stimulus check from the federal government.
Under California's plan, their direct payment can increase to $1,200 if they also qualify for the earned income tax credit.
FAQs
You received the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) on your your 2020 tax return. You have an Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs) and have an adjusted gross income less than $75,000.
How do I know if I'm getting the $600 stimulus check? ›
Your Online Account: Securely access your individual IRS account online to view the total of your first, second and third Economic Impact Payment amounts under the “Economic Impact Payment Information” section on the Tax Records page. IRS EIP notices: We mailed these notices to the address we have on file.
Who is eligible for the stimulus check in California 2024? ›
To qualify for the $1,200 California Stimulus Checks in 2024, applicants must meet specific criteria: Tax Filing Requirements: You must have filed your taxes for the 2020 tax year. Residency: You must have lived in California for more than half of the year 2020.
How do I know if I qualify for the California stimulus check? ›
To qualify for the Golden State Stimulus Check in 2024, several criteria must be met:
- Filed your 2020 taxes.
- Received the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC).
- Filed your taxes using an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).
- Had a total California Adjusted Gross Income (CA AGI) of $75,000 or less.
Those who qualify must have filed their 2020 taxes, lived in California for more than half of the 2020 tax year, be a resident of the state on the date the payment is issued, and not be eligible to be claimed as a dependent. There are also income restrictions.
Does everyone get the California stimulus check? ›
$1050 Golden State Stimulus Checks 2024 Eligibility
For most of the 2020 tax year, you must be a California resident. Individual California taxpayers with salaries of USD 250,000 or less and married couples filing jointly are both eligible, as long as their earnings do not exceed USD 500,000.
What if I didn't get the $600 stimulus check? ›
People who are missing a stimulus payment or got less than the full amount may be eligible to claim a Recovery Rebate Credit on their 2020 or 2021 federal tax return.
Who gets the new $600 stimulus check? ›
Check if you qualify for the Golden State Stimulus II
Had a California Adjusted Gross Income (CA AGI) of $1 to $75,000 for the 2020 tax year.
Will Calfresh recipients get $600? ›
If you qualify for Calfresh, Medi-Cal, general assistance, and Cal Works, you will be able to receive this check.
Do I have to apply for the California stimulus? ›
For most Californians who qualify, you do not need to do anything to receive the stimulus payment other than file your 2020 tax return. There are two different stimulus payments. You may qualify for one or both of them. Visit the boxes below for more information regarding Golden State Stimulus I and II.
To check the status of your California state refund online, go to https://webapp.ftb.ca.gov/refund/login. Then, click on “Check Your Refund”. You can check on refund status by phone: 1-800-338-0505 or +1 (916) 845-6500 (outside the U.S.) Weekdays, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can check on refund status by chat.
How do I check the status of my stimulus check? ›
Check the status of your stimulus check on the IRS Get My Payment website.
How do I find out if I'm qualified for a stimulus check? ›
Check if you qualify for the Golden State Stimulus
- Have filed your 2020 taxes.
- Be either: A CalEITC recipient. ...
- Live in California for more than half of the 2020 tax year.
- Be a California resident on the date payment is issued.
- Cannot be claimed as a dependent by another taxpayer.
Income threshold
If your adjusted gross income was $250,001 or higher as an individual, or $500,001 or higher as a couple, you won't be getting a direct payment. Remember, while the payments are going out in late 2022, they are based on 2020 taxes, so you'll need to check those tax forms to see if you qualify.
Will California be getting a stimulus check in 2024? ›
Up to 23 million California residents will be eligible for the payment of $1,050 Stimulus checks in 2024.
Who gets the $700 California stimulus check? ›
Taxpayers receive either $350, $250 or $200 based on their income level, with an additional payment of the same amount if they have at least one dependent. Tier 1: Single filers who make less than $75,000 would get $350. Joint filers with an income under $150,000 receive $700.
How to get California inflation relief checks? ›
It is necessary to use the 2023 FTB 3514 form to claim the California Inflation Relief Checks. Individuals must have an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) when filing their taxes. Claimants must have lived in California for more than six months during 2020.
