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 Mamaroneck, NY - Congresswoman Nita Lowey (D-Westchester/Rockland) was joined July 1st by Internal Revenue Service representative James Duffy at the Mamaroneck Senior Citizens Center to encourage eligible seniors to file tax forms so that they may receive an economic stimulus benefit.
“Congress passed the Economic Stimulus Act to give our economy a shot in the arm and to help Americans make ends meet,” said Lowey. “We will only be successful with these two goals if the individuals who are eligible for assistance actually file their tax forms and receive their payments. I encourage all eligible Americans – particularly senior citizens and others who do not usually file tax forms – to take advantage of the payments that you deserve.”
In January, Congress passed the Economic Stimulus Act to provide a one-time payment of up to $600 for individuals and up to $1,200 for couples filing jointly. In order to receive the payment, eligible individuals and couples must file a tax form, even if they do not normally file forms due to limited personal income. These forms must be filed by October 15th, 2008.
Through June 13th, the IRS has processed over 76 million stimulus checks to individuals totaling $63.9 billion. However, in New York State, there are nearly 440,000 seniors and veterans who have yet to file. In New York’s 18th Congressional District, the IRS estimates that nearly 18,000 seniors and veterans are eligible but have not yet filed.
At the Mamaroneck Senior Citizens Center, Lowey encouraged seniors to file a tax form so that they can receive their payment if they are eligible.
“The economic stimulus payments will help many Americans afford the rising cost of food, health care, energy, and many other items,” said Lowey. “The payments will also promote economic activity and growth. I hope that everyone who is eligible files their forms and receives the payments that they deserve.”
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