New Yorkers have begun receiving their inflation refund checks, but officials have warned of scams asking for personal information.
The governor’s office alerted residents about false information being spread through texts, phone calls, emails, and letters.
According to the governor, these messages falsely claim that New Yorkers must submit accurate payment information in order to receive an inflation refund check, supposedly so revenue agencies can deposit money into a taxpayer’s bank account. The New York State Tax Department and the IRS will not call or text New Yorkers with requests for any personal information.
Here’s an example of the text message, so you know what to watch out for.
All eligible New Yorkers will receive their refund checks automatically.
“You don’t need to provide anything,” officials said.
Checks started being mailed out Friday and will continue through October and November.
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