Overview
- State officials report roughly $2.2 billion has been distributed through the one-time refund program created in the FY 2026 budget.
- New York City received the largest share with about 3.5 million recipients and roughly $829 million, with Long Island ranking next by volume.
- Payments are based on 2023 state tax filings and exclude dependents, with amounts tied to income and filing status.
- Examples include $200 for single filers up to $75,000 and up to $400 for joint filers up to $150,000, with lower amounts for higher eligible brackets.
- Most checks have arrived, but the state says some deliveries continue and additional smaller batches will be issued as eligibility processing continues.