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U.S. Ends Federal Paper Checks Sept. 30 as Social Security, IRS Shift to Electronic Payments

Officials cite lower costs with reduced fraud risk.

2026 Social Security COLA Projected at 2.7%–2.8% After August Inflation Data

U.S. To End Federal Paper Checks on Sept. 30 as Benefits Go Digital

Social Security Schedules Early August Payments as Overpayment Withholdings Begin

SSA Will Continue Paper Checks for Beneficiaries Without Digital Access

Social Security Staggers July Payments and Begins $72 Billion Overpayment Recoupment