Many Americans are asking, will there be a Stimulus check in September 2025? The direct answer is no. 

The IRS has not announced any federal stimulus payments for September 2025, and no new law has been passed by Congress to authorize such payments.

Has the IRS Announced a September 2025 Stimulus?

The IRS confirmed there are no scheduled stimulus payments for September 2025.

All legitimate IRS payments in 2025 were related to unclaimed Recovery Rebate Credits from 2021. These ended on April 15, 2025.

Any future stimulus would require new legislation, which has not happened this year. 

What About the $1,390 Stimulus Rumor?

Social media posts have spread a rumor about a $1,390 stimulus check in 2025.

This claim is false. Major outlets, including the Houston Chronicle and Fox News, have confirmed that the IRS is not issuing such payments.

These viral posts have misled many people, but have no legal or financial basis. 

Are There State Relief Payments in September 2025?

While there is no federal stimulus check, some states are providing their own relief programs:

• Alaska: Permanent Fund Dividend of $1,702 in 2025.
  
• California, New York, Colorado: Local tax credits or refunds continue, but amounts vary by income and residency.
  
• These are state-level benefits, not federal stimulus checks.
  

What IRS Payments Went Out in 2025?

Early in 2025, nearly 1 million taxpayers received automatic Recovery Rebate Credit payments if they did not claim them in 2021.

Those were the last federal relief payments, and the filing deadline has passed.

How to Protect Yourself From False Stimulus Claims

1. Only trust updates from IRS.gov or Treasury.gov.
   
2. Ignore messages on social media or text claiming guaranteed checks.
   
3. If unsure, use the IRS “Where’s My Refund?” tool for real payment status.

FAQ

1. Will there be a stimulus check in September 2025?
   No. The IRS has not announced any federal stimulus payments for September 2025.
   
2. What is the $1,390 stimulus check rumor?
   It is false. The IRS has confirmed no such payment exists.
   
3. When was the last federal stimulus payment?
   The last payments were Recovery Rebate Credits issued in early 2025, with a filing deadline in April.
   
4. Can I still claim missing stimulus money from 2021?
   No. The deadline to file a claim for the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit has expired.
   
5. Are states sending their own payments in 2025?
   Yes. States like Alaska and California have relief programs, but these are separate from federal stimulus.
   
6. Where can I get official updates about stimulus checks?
   Only from IRS.gov and Treasury.gov.

Sources

• IRS newsroom on Recovery Rebate Credits
• Houston Chronicle stimulus rumor report
• Fox Chicago IRS fact-check