2026 State Stimulus Checks: Which States Are Still Paying

Few states are issuing new stimulus checks or rebates in 2026, mostly wrapping 2025 cycles. No widespread renewals.

2026 State Stimulus Checks

These are limited new rounds; mostly 2025 wrap-ups.

1. Colorado TABOR Refund: Up to $1,130 singles. Refunds excess state revenue through tax filings. Paid in 2026 for eligible 2024 residents who filed on time. Amounts vary by income.

2. New Jersey ANCHOR/StayNJ: Up to $1,750 homeowners. Property tax relief for eligible homeowners and some renters. Payments continue into 2026 with income limits and a single application system.

3. Alaska PFD: Oil fund dividends; annual payouts to residents from resource wealth. JPaid each year to qualifying applicants. 2026 distributions follow standard batch schedules for prior-year residents.

4. New York Inflation Relief: $400 one-time; issued in 2025 to eligible filers. No renewal confirmed for 2026.

5. Virginia Tax Rebate: $200/$400 rebates; funded by prior surplus. Final payments issued in late 2025 and early 2026. No new rounds announced.
    

Kansas Bitcoin Reserve Bill

Kansas is reviewing Senate Bill 352 (SB 352) for a state Bitcoin reserve funded by unclaimed crypto—no taxpayer money.

• Funding: Abandoned wallets, airdrops, staking rewards.

• Use: 10% to general fund; Bitcoin locked; others held long-term.

• Status: In Senate Financial Committee. Track at LegiScan.
   

Can Stimulus Checks Cover Utility Bills?

Yes, most stimulus checks and rebates (e.g., TABOR, PFD, ANCHOR) are unrestricted cash.

Use them freely for utilities like electric, gas, or water bills. Alaska PFD explicitly allows everyday expenses; check state tax sites for specifics.

Pair with programs like LIHEAP for extra relief.

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