URGENT: Stimulus Check Deadline - October 15th

Important information about assistance event

Dear Friend,

On Friday of last week, I hosted an event in Redford to assist those who have not yet filed for their economic stimulus payment. This event was a great success and we were able to help many citizens successfully secure their economic stimulus check. If you missed last week’s event and still need to file, or know of someone who might be eligible, please note that next Friday, October 10, I will be hosting a second event at the Westland Friendship Center, located at 1119 N. Newburgh Rd., Westland from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Below are the details for eligibility and information on what participants need to bring. Details are also available at the link below.

http://www.senate.mi.gov/dem/Newsletters/06/SenAndersonStimulusCheck.pdf

Please read the information below very carefully:

With millions of dollars in economic stimulus checks still unclaimed, I want to make sure all eligible citizens in Michigan are getting the checks they are entitled to through the national economic stimulus program. As the cost of living continues to rise, these economic stimulus payments are more critical than ever.

If you received at least $3000 in Social Security, Veterans benefits, or Tier I Railroad Retirement benefits in 2007 and have not yet filed a tax return, you can still file so that you can become eligible to receive a payment of up to $300 from the federal government. Staff from my office and the Internal Revenue Service can help assist you in filling out the necessary paperwork.

You will need to bring:

A copy of your SSA 1099, RRB 1099, or VA Benefits Earnings Statement

Photo identification
Bank account information (canceled check or check book)
Unaddressed stamped #10 business-size envelope
If you are filing on behalf of another tax payer, proof of Power of Attorney is required
If the person for whom you are filing is deceased, please provide the death certificate from 2007 or 2008

I hope to see you this Friday. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me (866) 262-7306.

Sen. Glenn S. Anderson
Website: www.senate.mi.gov/anderson
Email: SenatorAnderson@senate.mi.gov