TueAlthough the recent spike in inflation has subsided following the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hike, the cost of living in USA still significantly higher than at the beginning of the year.
The center refuses to authorize further incentive paymentsstates are left to themselves to provide financial assistance to their residents.
Some of the methods used to alleviate the financial burden of residents include tax holidays, direct payments, and other types of incentives.
In the last year alone, housing costs have risen by 5.7 percent, while the cost of food has risen by 8.5 percent. However, gas prices continue to fall.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that the recent inflation rate is 8.5%, with supply chain problems, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and the effects of the COVID-19 lockdown measures playing a role in inflation.
Which states offer stimulus payments?
1. Colorado
The State of Colorado has introduced an initiative called the Colorado Cashback Program, under which almost all taxpayers will receive checks. By referring to the Taxpayer’s Bill of Rights (TABOR), residents are entitled to any excess government revenue.
Individual residents can expect to receive $750, while couples who apply jointly will receive $1,500.
2. Illinois
Illinois residents will benefit from the Illinois Family Assistance Plan, which targets low-income residents who are struggling to cope with rising prices.
Singles will receive $50 and couples will receive $100. Families with dependents are eligible for payments up to $300.
For one applicant to be eligible for the payment, their income cannot exceed $200,000.
3. Minnesota
The Frontline Worker Payments program in Minnesota has allocated $500 million to pay eligible workers. Approximately 667,000 people will qualify for the $750 payment.
4. Indiana
The state of Indiana will provide its residents with discounts of up to $650. Individual taxpayers will receive $325, while couples who file a joint return will receive $650.