IRS confirms $1,776 payment to 1.5 million Americans is tax-free: Who qualifies and why it matters
The Internal Revenue Service has confirmed that a one-time $1,776 payment issued to nearly 1.5 million Americans in December 2025 is fully tax-free. Recipients do not need to report the payment on their federal tax returns, and the amount will not affect tax liability, credits, or benefit calculations, according to Marca. The payment qualifies as … Read more