NEW YORK (PIX11) -- Be sure to check your mail in the coming week for the long-awaited New York State inflation refund checks.

The state will begin mailing out checks on Friday to more than 3 million New York City residents and more than 1 million Long Island residents, Governor Kathy Hochul announced.

"Starting today, we’re sending inflation refund checks to over 8 million New Yorkers because it's simple — this is your money and we're putting it back in your pockets," Hochul said.

Checks of up to $400 are expected to be mailed directly to residents throughout October and November.

How do I know if I will be getting an inflation refund check?

New Yorkers are eligible for an inflation refund check if, for the tax year 2023, they filed a Form IT-201 New York State Resident Income Tax Re

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