Governor Kathy Hochul on Monday warned New Yorkers of scammers who are sending text messages, voice messages, emails and direct mail to taxpayers in an attempt to spread false information about New York State's inflation refund checks.

The 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 into a taxpayer's bank account. The New York State Tax Department and the Internal Revenue Service will not call or text New Yorkers with requests for any personal information, the governor said.

Eligible New Yorkers do not need to apply, sign up or do anything to receive an inflation refund check. If you filed a tax return, are below the income thresholds, and no one else cla

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