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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE |
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Rep. Angel Cruz |
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Cruz offering help to residents who qualify for economic stimulus tax rebate
PHILADELPHIA, March 26 – State Rep. Angel Cruz, D-Phila., announced that residents who are looking to receive the federal government's economic stimulus refund payment but have not yet filed a 2007 federal income tax return or 1040A form with the Internal Revenue Service must do so to be eligible for the refund.
Cruz reminded senior citizens on fixed incomes and other residents who are not normally required to file a federal tax return that they will have to file one this year to qualify for the stimulus payment. Cruz said his office, located at 2749 N. Fifth St., will assist residents of the 180th Legislative District in obtaining and filling out the proper forms to qualify to receive the tax rebate.
"Many seniors who are on a fixed income and rely solely on Social Security do not normally file a tax return and could miss out on receiving a check for $300," Cruz said. "Also, many low-income residents might think they do not make enough to be eligible for a refund. My office can help them fill out the forms so that they do not miss out on this refund. A check for $300 could mean a lot to many of my constituents who are struggling to make ends meet."
Beginning in May, the federal government will be sending economic stimulus payments of between $300 and $1,200 to more than 130 million households across the U.S. There also is a $300-per-child payment for qualifying children younger than 17. Cruz said that residents simply need to file a 2007 federal tax return in order to put the stimulus payment process in motion. For those filing a tax return solely for the economic stimulus program, Cruz encourages residents to file as soon as possible, but to be sure they receive the payment in 2008, participants must file by Oct. 15.
Cruz's constituent service office is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday. Residents are encouraged to visit the office and take advantage of this service.
More information about this and other services offered by Cruz's constituent service office is available by calling 215-291-5643, or visiting Cruz's Web site at www.pahouse.com/cruz.
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