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Learn More About the Economic Stimulus Payment
Beginning in May, Virginians will begin receiving payments from the U.S. Treasury Department under the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008. To receive a payment, individuals must have a valid Social Security number, $3,000 of income and file a 2007 federal tax return. Eligible individuals will receive up to $600 ($1,200 for married couples), and parents will receive an additional $300 for each eligible child younger than age 17. Millions of retirees, disabled veterans and low-wage workers who usually are exempt from filing a tax return must do so this year to receive a stimulus payment.
For more information, select Information on Economic Stimulus Payment from the IRS Web site.
Additional Information
- Free tax help is available to low- and moderate-income workers and veterans through the IRS' Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. Call toll free at 1-800-906-9887 to find a VITA program near you.
- Free tax help is available to people age 60 and older from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) Tax-Aide Counseling Program, offered through the IRS' Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) program. Call toll free 1-888-227-7669 for more information or visit the AARP Web site.
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