The governor also announced plans to pay 100 percent of the back rent owed by some low-income renters who have been affected by the pandemic, and to spend $2 billion to help residents pay overdue utility bills. But for now, here’s what to know about the proposals announced on Monday:Who will be eligible for the additional Golden State Stimulus checks? The proposal would cover eligible taxpayers, regardless of immigration status, who did not get a $600 state stimulus check under an earlier program that targeted more than four million low-income Californians. If I’m eligible for a check, when will I get it? The money would be a tax rebate, so just make sure you file your taxes.

Source: New York Times May 11, 2021 12:56 UTC