Millions to Receive $250, $500 Payments in May—Who Is Eligible in Georgia?
Summary
Georgia is issuing one-time payments up to $500 to millions of residents from its state budget surplus this May. The payments are automatic refunds based on tax filings and are meant to help with everyday expenses.Key Facts
- Payments start this month and come from Georgia’s budget surplus.
- The refunds are authorized under House Bill 1000 and are the fourth time Georgia has issued such payments under Governor Brian Kemp.
- Amounts vary by filing status: up to $250 for singles, $375 for heads of household, and $500 for married couples filing jointly.
- Payments cannot exceed the amount of state income tax owed for 2024; lower tax liability means a smaller or no refund.
- To qualify, taxpayers must have filed 2024 and 2025 Georgia state tax returns on time or with extension and have a tax liability.
- Residents include full-year, part-year, or qualifying nonresidents with Georgia income.
- No separate application is needed; eligible taxpayers receive payments automatically.
- Past due debts to the state or child support can reduce or eliminate the refund amount.
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