In California, more precisely in Sacramento, they have already started with the delivery of direct payments of 725 dollars corresponding to a pilot program of guaranteed income. This stimulus check is intended to help combat the high costs caused by inflation, and the first payment was made in November. While this is great news for many vulnerable families, there is one thing to note: there are strict conditions under which the government may choose to suspend this benefit.
Sacramento Family First: a pilot program that made a splash
The official name of this stimulus check is “Sacramento Family First” (FFESP). Through this program, monthly payments of $725 are provided over a 12-month period. The distribution of these payments began in December 2024 and will run through November 15, 2025. These stimulus checks have benefited more than 200 targeted families in Sacramento, California.
The money is transferred through direct deposits, which go into the bank accounts associated with the tax returns. In the case of not having an account of one’s own, the physical check is sent to the address on file with the Department of Revenue so as not to let the individual go uncollected.
Reasons that could lead to payment suspension
As we said, the Government of Sacramento, California, could choose to stop payment of this stimulus check for several reasons. One of the main ones is moving out of the state before completing the 12 months of the program. Also, if selected families decide to change residency, they will not meet the eligibility requirements and the remaining payments will be cancelled.
Government-imposed eligibility requirements
The Sacramento Family First program requires that eligible families must have anincome below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). This income is calculated by adding up the wages of all household members, excluding taxes. Thethreshold varies according to the size of the family, as follows:
- 2 persons: $40,880
- 3 persons: $51,640
- 4 persons: $62,400
- 5 persons: $73,160
- 6 persons: $83,920
- 7 persons: $94,680
- 8 persons: $105,440
Another stimulus check to be issued in California in January
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced that another stimulus check will be given out in California in January 2025. This is a $1,400 payment that will benefit one million taxpayers who have not received this credit on their previous returns.
The Recovery Refund Credit is part of the Economic Impact Payment (EIP) package implemented during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recall that this is a program designed for those who did not receive one or more of the economic reimbursements issued in the previous three rounds. Eligible citizens will receive the money automatically, without the need for any paperwork.
On the other hand, the beneficiaries of this stimulus check granted by the Government of California can also receive it by means of a physical check. However, in order to receive it in this way, they must request it by mail during January in order to receive it in due time and form.
The California authorities confirmed that all beneficiaries who meet the eligibility criteria will receive a notification. Through this system, they intend to ensure that they are aware that they will receive the money. They will also avoid confusion and will be able to organize their finances by counting this money.
All the information about the eligibility criteria and the calculation of the maximum amount of this stimulus check is available on the official website of the Government of California. In addition, there you can find contact numbers and frequently asked questions that can help clear up many doubts.
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