New Yorkers don’t have to submit any personal information to receive one of the state’s “inflation refund” checks, but scammers are trying to convince people otherwise.

Gov. Kathy Hochul is warning taxpayers to pay no heed to emails, text messages, direct mail and voice messages falsely claiming residents must submit accurate payment information so agencies can deposit money into bank accounts. New Yorkers don’t need to apply, sign up or do anything to get a check besides meeting the eligibility requirements, according to state officials.

“The [state] Tax Department and the IRS do not call or text individuals for personal information,” Hochul said in a statement Sunday. “My administration urges New Yorkers to remain vigilant and report these scams to the Tax Department to protect yoursel

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