$1,390 IRS stimulus checks are not in the works, despite viral rumors

The Brief

Social media posts claim $1,390 stimulus checks are coming soon.

The IRS says there is no such program, and Congress hasn’t approved new payments.

A proposal from Sen. Josh Hawley to send rebates has not passed either chamber.

LOS ANGELES - The IRS says there are no new stimulus checks on the way, despite viral claims circulating on social media.

Posts widely shared Friday alleged that the IRS and Treasury Department had approved $1,390 payments for low- and middle-income taxpayers to be distributed before the end of the summer.

An IRS spokesperson said those claims are false.

Where the $1,390 stimulus check rumor came from

What we know:

Stimulus checks, also known as economic impact payments, must be authorized by Congress before the Treasury Department can issue them