Maine Stimulus Check Information
- Maine residents can check the status of their $450 stimulus check online by providing personal details like their Social Security number on Maine.gov.
- To qualify for the $450 relief checks in Maine, individuals must have lived in Maine full-time in 2021 and have income below specific thresholds ($100,000 for individuals, $150,000 for heads of households, and $200,000 for couples).
Maine Stimulus Check Distribution
- Nearly 900,000 residents in Maine are eligible for $450 stimulus checks.
- The first round of checks was sent at the start of February to 200,000 individuals, with another round planned by the end of March.
- Residents must have filed their 2021 Maine individual income tax return and have lived in the state full-time in 2021 to qualify for the payment.
Stimulus Checks in Other States
Here is a breakdown of the seven states sending out stimulus checks in 2023, including estimated amounts and eligibility criteria:
- California: Payment amount ranges from $200 to $1,050, depending on income filing status.
- Idaho: Stimulus payments based on a formula of $75 per family member or 12% of tax liability before credits and other taxes payments.
Checking Status and Eligibility
- Residents can check their Maine stimulus check status on Maine.gov by providing necessary information, such as their Social Security number.
- No stimulus payment will be received if the 2021 state income tax return has not been filed; deadline extended to October 31, 2022.
Resolving Issues
- If a resident has not received their payment and cannot determine its status, it is advised to file their 2021 state income taxes before the deadline.
- The status of a stimulus check payment can be viewed on the IRS Get My Payment portal, with different timelines for direct deposit and physical check distributions.