Disabled people who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), or Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) benefits are included in the stimulus package and will receive $600 per person. The funds will be deposited directly into their bank accounts by the end of the year. Proof of income is not required. Those who file taxes will receive the funds by the tax refund date on their most recent return. The stimulus payment is meant to provide temporary financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Economic Impact Payments for Disability Beneficiaries
Individuals receiving Social Security disability benefits are eligible for Economic Impact Payments (EIP) just like other taxpayers. The EIPs are part of the government’s response to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The first EIP was issued in 2020, and the second EIP was issued in 2021. The amount of the EIP you receive is based on your income and filing status. The IRS will use the information from your 2019 or 2020 tax return to determine your eligibility and payment amount.
Eligibility
- You must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien.
- You must have a valid Social Security number.
- You must not be claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return.
- Your income must be below certain limits. The income limits are different for each filing status.
Payment Amounts
The amount of your EIP will depend on your income and filing status. The following table shows the maximum EIP amounts for each filing status:
| Filing Status | Maximum EIP Amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $1,200 |
| Married filing jointly | $2,400 |
| Married filing separately | $1,200 |
| Head of household | $1,200 |
How to Get Your Payment
The IRS will automatically send your EIP to the address on file with the Social Security Administration (SSA). If you have not received your EIP, you can check the status of your payment on the IRS website: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/get-my-payment
If you are not eligible for an EIP based on your 2019 tax return, you may still be eligible for an EIP based on your 2020 tax return. You can claim the EIP when you file your 2020 tax return.
Stimulus Checks and Social Security Recipients
Individuals receiving Social Security benefits may have questions about how stimulus checks affect their payments. Here’s an overview of what you need to know:
- Eligibility for Stimulus Checks: Social Security recipients are eligible for stimulus checks under the same criteria as the general population. Those with adjusted gross incomes below $75,000 for individuals or $150,000 for married couples filing jointly qualify for the full amount.
- Payment Timing: Stimulus checks for Social Security recipients were distributed based on the date their benefits are normally received. Those who receive benefits on the second Wednesday of the month received their checks on January 6, 2021.
- Impact on Benefits: Stimulus checks do not count as income for Social Security purposes, so they will not affect your monthly benefit amount or eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
| Stimulus Check Amount | Income Limit |
|---|---|
| $600 | Up to $75,000 for individuals, $150,000 for married couples |
| Partial Payment | Over $75,000 for individuals, $150,000 for married couples |
| Ineligible | Over $87,000 for individuals, $174,000 for married couples |
Do Disabled People Get 600?
SSI and the 2021 Stimulus
The 2021 stimulus package included a one-time payment of $600 for eligible individuals. This payment was intended to help offset the financial burden caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, some people have questioned whether disabled people are eligible for this payment.
The answer is yes, disabled people are eligible for the $600 stimulus payment. The payment is available to anyone who meets the following criteria:
- Is a U.S. citizen or resident alien
- Has a valid Social Security number
- Has an adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less ($150,000 or less for married couples filing jointly)
- Is not claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return
Disabled people who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments are automatically eligible for the stimulus payment. The payment will be issued to them in the same way that they receive their SSI benefits.
Disabled people who do not receive SSI payments can still file a tax return to claim the stimulus payment. They should use the non-filer tool available on the IRS website.
The following table provides a summary of the eligibility requirements for the $600 stimulus payment:
| Eligibility Requirement | Disabled People |
|---|---|
| U.S. citizen or resident alien | Yes |
| Valid Social Security number | Yes |
| Adjusted gross income of $75,000 or less | Yes |
| Not claimed as a dependent | Yes |
| Receive SSI payments | Automatically eligible |
| Do not receive SSI payments | Can file a tax return to claim payment |
Disability Benefits and Stimulus Eligibility
Disabled individuals who receive certain types of benefits may be eligible for the $600 stimulus payment under the CARES Act, which was enacted in March 2020. The following table summarizes the types of disability benefits that qualify for the stimulus payment, as well as the eligibility requirements for each benefit:
| Type of Disability Benefit | Eligibility Requirements |
|---|---|
| Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) | Must have received SSDI benefits for at least one month in 2019 or 2020 |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI) | Must have received SSI benefits for at least one month in 2019 or 2020 |
| Veterans Disability Compensation | Must have received VA disability benefits for at least one month in 2019 or 2020 |
| Railroad Retirement Board Disability Benefits | Must have received RRB disability benefits for at least one month in 2019 or 2020 |
Disabled individuals who receive benefits from any of the above programs should have received the stimulus payment automatically. If you have not received the payment, you can contact the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213 or visit the SSA website at www.ssa.gov.
In addition to the above programs, disabled individuals may also be eligible for the stimulus payment if they meet the following criteria:
- Are not claimed as a dependent on someone else’s tax return
- Have a valid Social Security number
- Meet the income requirements for the stimulus payment
Disabled individuals who meet these criteria should file a tax return to claim the stimulus payment. The deadline to file a tax return for the 2020 tax year is April 15, 2022.
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