While President Donald Trump has said that Americans should see $2,000 checks for the government in mid 2026, it might depend on Congress.

Nearly 7.5 million people were to get a New Year’s Eve payment yesterday, as the Social Security Administration began its 2026 benefits schedule.

Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks in January: The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments (SSA benefits), but the date varies – generally depending on the day you were born.

As of December 2025, there is no approved fourth federal stimulus check. Former President Donald Trump has proposed a new round of payments, but this has not been approved by Congress. Arizona has issued state-specific tax rebates, but these are separate ...

Despite renewed online chatter, no federal agency or congressional leader has announced or confirmed any plan to distribute new stimulus payments this year. Without approval from Congress or the Internal Revenue Service, no payment can be issued.

Will there be a new stimulus check 2025? Here's latest on $2,000 tariff dividend payment status and Trump stance on eliminating income taxes.