Over 80 percent of American adults will receive a payment
/Jonathan Newton/The Washington Post
By Ashlyn Still, Heather Long and Kevin Uhrmacher | The Washington Post
The U.S. government is about to send checks — or direct deposits — to most Americans to help people survive financially as much of the economy shuts down in an effort to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Bipartisan legislation passed by the Senate on Wednesday evening — which still must be passed by the House — would provide $1,200 payments to adults with annual incomes up to $75,000, plus another $500 per child. Some Americans earning more over $75,000 would also receive money if they meet certain qualifications outlined below. For most Americans, the money is likely to arrive in April via direct deposit. Mailed checks may take longer.
Use the calculator below to see how much you would receive. Under that, see answers to frequently asked questions.
