RiccochetJ
Gold Member
Clearly. But I also hope people on the other side of the spectrum don't take the money because it's blatant socialism.
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US government is going to send every household $1k+ in the next two weeks
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SLoWMoTIoN
Unconfirmed Member
Commie.
Darkmakaimura
Can You Imagine What SureAI Is Going To Do With Garfield?
I dunno but I don't see a one month assistance during a major crisis as 'socialism'.
Plus by that logic I'd imagine we've been socialist for a while now with welfare benefits and the like.
RiccochetJ
Gold Member
You don't? It's a handout from the Federal Government who is using taxes from everyone to distribute money somewhat evenly.
To your second point...
I agree! It is somewhat socialist or has socialist implications. Weird that. What do you think we should do about it?
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SLoWMoTIoN
Unconfirmed Member
They can give it to me.
Darkmakaimura
Can You Imagine What SureAI Is Going To Do With Garfield?
Quick question.... People currently working will get the 1200 bux so long as they don't make over a certain amount? What is thr amount cut off btw?
infinitys_7th
Member
>people get arrested by government if they try to make a living
>thinks people getting money from the government is wholly benevolent
In the real world we call these payments "damages".
paparazzo
Member
Right, it looks like single individuals making over $75k won't get the full amount. Making more than $98k means you get 0.
More info:
F.A.Q. on Stimulus Checks, Unemployment and the Coronavirus Plan
The $2 trillion relief package is sending money directly to Americans, greatly expanding unemployment coverage and making a number of other changes.
RiccochetJ
Gold Member
Fascinating gymnastics there. Spin it however you want.
infinitys_7th
Member
Is it socialism if someone kidnaps you at gunpoint but gives you a sandwich to keep you from dying because you are profitable to them? Is that benevolent or altruistic?
infinitys_7th
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SentientStone
Member
I like Trump, but I am Canadian, may I have half of that USD? 
Stouffers
Banned
If we filed jointly and we made over 200k, do we get any for three children?
undrtakr900
Member
Do I need to "apply" to get the $1k check? My job closed because of Covid-19, really struggling to pay my bills & rent.
Maiden Voyage
Gold™ Member
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iconmaster
Banned
No. If you’re under the income limit according to your 2018 return, you get the check.
F.A.Q. on Stimulus Checks, Unemployment and the Coronavirus Plan
The $2 trillion relief package is sending money directly to Americans, greatly expanding unemployment coverage and making a number of other changes.
DiscoJer
Member
You should apply for Unemployment. You can get $600 a week for 4 months.
This is different and goes out to everyone. However, it will likely be about a month before people get it. And only the people who filed taxes will get it right away (comparatively), if you didn't apparently it might take months to get a paper check.
RiccochetJ
Gold Member
Are we talking about the CCP now?
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infinitys_7th
Member
Nope, just normal state action. What would happen if a sit-down restaurant owner refused to closing and resisted attempts by the state to close? He'd be arrested, possibly shot. It's no different from someone kidnapping you at gunpoint.
RiccochetJ
Gold Member
Hey if you and the theoretical restaurant owner want to sign a waiver stating that you will not go to the hospital, then go nuts. And if you do crawl your way to the hospital (because of course you will), then they should be allowed to turn you away.
infinitys_7th
Member
I don't disagree with either of those, but the lockdown does not allow that.
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SLoWMoTIoN
Unconfirmed Member
I thought it was free commie money for everybody that filed their taxes regardless of occupation/current job.
I might not start a job until late April because of all this :/
undrtakr900
Member
I don't have a tax return for last year because my only income was SSI, but I recently started working in January of this year. Will I still qualify?
I don't have a tax return for last year because my only income was SSI, but I recently started working in January of this year. Will I still qualify?No. If you’re under the income limit according to your 2018 return, you get the check.
F.A.Q. on Stimulus Checks, Unemployment and the Coronavirus Plan
The $2 trillion relief package is sending money directly to Americans, greatly expanding unemployment coverage and making a number of other changes.www.nytimes.com
Thanks for the suggestion of unemployment, I'll remember to apply later today.
Also, do you know if people who lost their job, but also gets SSI still qualify for unemployment benefits?
Maiden Voyage
Gold™ Member
Processing status for tax forms | Internal Revenue Service
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Sounds like you won't get a check anytime soon, if at all.
infinitys_7th
Member
Can't you file without income? It's normally pointless, but it would let you get this.
For your case, the tax filing software is free:
www.irs.gov
For your case, the tax filing software is free:
IRS Free File: Do your taxes for free | Internal Revenue Service
Prepare and file your federal income tax return online for free. File at an IRS partner site with the IRS Free File Program or use Free File Fillable Forms. It's safe, easy and no cost to you.
iconmaster
Banned
Maybe they'll split the five hundo with you.
Melon
Banned
500? That's for minors. I'm almost 22 lol.
Omega Supreme Holopsicon
Banned
There have been tax cuts, I think there's not enough taxation to finance the stimulus + the regular government budget. It's probably debt out of thin air.
Weren't they working on significantly increasing unemployment benefits in the stimulus bill too?
Pagusas
Elden Member
You arent being punished. Stop that type of thinking. Be happy you are making a good living. My wife and I also make too much for this, but my mom just lost her job, so im very happy the people who NEED it right now are going to get it. You and me, we dont need this.
Stouffers
Banned
I mean, some people get off on punishment. Spank my ass, step on my balls, withhold my stimulus check.
Hotty Botty
Member
I'm gonna buy a gaming PC.
Grinchy
Banned
Maiden Voyage
Gold™ Member
AGI
TheSadRanger
Banned
I like Trump, but I am Canadian, may I have half of that USD?
You get Justin Trudeau's beard. Your welcome.
I'm not gonna lie though, I'm not a Trudeau fan but it is a nice looking beard.
Urprobablyright
Banned
He's literally buying votes while ignoring deaths and refusing to take responsibility for preventing one of the best prepared infectious disease organizations in the world from functioning with anything approaching their full capacity.
TheSadRanger
Banned
I'm okay with the stimulus, people need it. But there are definitely going to be some arguments about unemployment stemming from this.
I get it, lots of people got laid off. Yet at the same time grocery store workers went from working a job that's relatively safe to working in a high risk environment where they are on the front lines to potentially get sick and die.
It is kind of messed up that Joe Blow working at wal-mart for $13 an hour has to go to work and potentially get covid when a lot of people on unemployment are probably making way more then him and get to stay home.
I don't know what the solution is but I can see this becoming a huge issue in months to come. Major grocery store companies have given some small raises and bonuses but it's not enough for the risk involved.
I get it, lots of people got laid off. Yet at the same time grocery store workers went from working a job that's relatively safe to working in a high risk environment where they are on the front lines to potentially get sick and die.
It is kind of messed up that Joe Blow working at wal-mart for $13 an hour has to go to work and potentially get covid when a lot of people on unemployment are probably making way more then him and get to stay home.
I don't know what the solution is but I can see this becoming a huge issue in months to come. Major grocery store companies have given some small raises and bonuses but it's not enough for the risk involved.
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raduque
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Sounds like you won't get a check anytime soon, if at all.
Since my girl hasn't filed taxes in a few years on bad advice from her stepdad, I wonder if I could just file her 2019 taxes real quick and worry about the other years later. She's paying taxes, but her income and the standard deduction puts her at a negative taxable income.
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SLoWMoTIoN
Unconfirmed Member
It is being handled by the IRS so you will get your money by next year.
Frito_Pendejo
Member
No he’s not. Stop it.
Maiden Voyage
Gold™ Member
Wouldn't that entitle her to a reimbursement?
I'm glad you're talking some sense into her, that's incredibly bad advice from her dad.
SpartanN92
Banned
Hmmm who wants to bet that both next Gen consoles are priced at $600 each because of this? An even $1200 gets you BOTH! XD
darkestdame
Banned
Might fuck around and buy an iMac with this money
I mean his polling in the election is still pretty poor.
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SLoWMoTIoN
Unconfirmed Member
If he is working full time I fucking doubt it.
Darkmakaimura
Can You Imagine What SureAI Is Going To Do With Garfield?
Extremely frustrated that neither me or my father (he's the one I care for) won't see a dime and we REALLY need it esp now. It's adding insult to injury especially since my (well my dad's) dog is getting worse and our Rug Doctor cleaning machine seems busted.
Things getting worse and ngl I'm getting ideation to a point I need to see if I can talk to a therapist online with w/e help that'll do.
Being ass poor means just getting the shaft again.
Fuck all this and especially a big 'fuck you' to the Chinese govt.
Things getting worse and ngl I'm getting ideation to a point I need to see if I can talk to a therapist online with w/e help that'll do.
Being ass poor means just getting the shaft again.
Fuck all this and especially a big 'fuck you' to the Chinese govt.