US EditionN.Y. Gov Kathy Hochul Issues Warning over Inflation Refund Check Scammers
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NY Governor Warns About Inflation Refund Check Scams
The governor of New York warned that scammers are now sending text messages and emails in a bid to “spread false information” about checks being sent out to more than 8 million households. The checks, which began going out last week, are meant to offset inflation. “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 …
The state government insists: if you qualify to receive the benefit, you must do nothing. The check will automatically reach your mail
New York State began mailing "inflation refund" checks to eligible residents on September 26. However, Governor Hochu warned that fraudsters are using text messages, emails, voice messages, and phone calls to impersonate the tax agency, claiming that bank or personal information must be submitted to receive the money. She stressed that these are false information and residents should not be deceived.
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