Pheffer Amato Reminds Residents of Expected Rebate Check

Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato reminds taxpayers of the incoming “Inflation Rebate Check” that is being sent out via the mail. During the 2025 State Budget, State lawmakers like Pheffer Amato worked with Governor Hochul to map out a plan for a one-time rebate check. The rollout of the checks started in September and will continue ‘til late November, with over 8 million New Yorkers expected to receive a check. The check amounts will be based on 2023 tax filings:

• single earners earning less than $75,000 will receive a one-time check of $200
• single earners making between $75,000-$150,000 will receive a one-time check of $150
• joint filers earning less than $150,000 will receive a one-time check of $400
• joint filers earning between $150,000-$300,000 will receive a one-time check of $300

The Assemblywoman cautioned everyone about the numerous scams that have come to light as people have reported getting texts, phone calls or emails requesting social security information, banking information, and other pieces of personal data to get their checks. “Do not believe these scams. New York State will not be texting or calling you to ask for any personal information for this rebate check. If you get a text, call or email asking you questions about the check, ignore it,” said the Assemblywoman.

According to a 2025 report by the Federal Reserve, 37% of Americans (or one in three people) would not be able to immediately afford or cover an unplanned $400 expense. “As your Assemblywoman my goal is to help you – and New York State is stepping up to help families tackle the ongoing affordability crisis and give millions of New Yorkers a little bit of financial relief,” Assemblywoman Pheffer Amato said.