In accordance with the Permanent Fund Dividend, which is a program that has been in operation for many years, the first stimulus check of the year was distributed.
According to the plan, a percentage of the revenue that is created from the extraction of natural resources will be distributed among Alaska citizens who are eligible for the program.
An extremely significant aspect to consider is that the amount of the dividend can change from year to year based on the income of the state. In the year 2024, for instance, the amount that was granted was $1,702 for each qualified individual.
It should come as no surprise that this money makes a difference, especially during expensive times like Christmas shopping.
When will your stimulus check be available for pickup?
Be careful, because there are important dates you should keep in mind. During the Christmas and New Year holidays, from December 23 to January 1, 2025, the PFD program offices will be closed.
However, you still have time to send the necessary documentation by mail, email, or fax.
Payment dates:
- December 19, 2024: If your application is in “Eligible-Unpaid” status on December 11, 2024.
- January 16, 2025: If your application is still in “Eligible-Unpaid” status on January 8, 2025.
- February 20, 2025: For applications in “Eligible-Unpaid” status on February 12, 2025.
Requirements to receive the Alaska stimulus check
It’s not enough just to be a resident of Alaska; there are some other conditions. Here is a simple list to make sure you meet the requirements:
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Residence:
- You must have lived in Alaska throughout 2023.
- You must have the intention of continuing to live in Alaska indefinitely when submitting your application.
Limited absences:
- If you were outside of Alaska for more than 180 days, it must have been for an allowed absence (such as studies or work).
- You must have been physically present in Alaska for at least 72 consecutive hours in 2022 or 2023.
No legal issues:
- You must not have been convicted of a felony in 2023.
- You must not have been incarcerated in 2023 for a felony or multiple misdemeanors.
Other requirements:
You must not have claimed residency in another state or country since December 31, 2022.
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What are the steps I need to take to check my application?
It is really easy to understand. Simply logging into the myPFD platform is all that is required of you in order to verify the status of your application.
Additionally, check to see that the postal address that you have on file is accurate, as any inaccurate information could cause the payment to be delayed.
Not only does this check provide additional cash, but it also serves as a means of acknowledging the inhabitants’ relationship to the resources of the state.
Therefore, if you are a resident of Alaska, you should not pass up the chance to assert ownership of what is rightly yours. Do you not have any inquiries? The most effective course of action is to speak with the PFD Department directly. All the best!