$1,700 Check Dropping in June? Here’s the Truth They’re Not Telling You

If you’ve been hearing buzz about a $1,700 stimulus check dropping in June 2025, you’re not alone. It’s all over social media, email forwards, even YouTube videos. The big question everyone’s asking:

“Is this actually happening, or is it just another internet rumor?”

Let’s break it down in plain English—what’s real, what’s not, and whether you should actually expect any money in your account.

First Things First: No, There’s No New Federal Stimulus Check

Let’s get this out of the way early.
There is no new $1,700 federal check going out to everyone in June 2025.
No bill has passed. Congress isn’t talking about it. The White House hasn’t said anything. So if you’re hoping for something like those big 2020-2021 checks—this ain’t it.

BUT… that $1,700 number? It’s not made up.
It’s just being misunderstood.

Some people will get around $1,700 this month, but it’s coming from very specific sources—not a brand new stimulus program.

Where Is the $1,700 Coming From Then?

Turns out, that number is being pieced together from a few totally separate payments that just happen to be landing around the same time.

Let’s go through them:

1. Alaska’s Annual Oil Money (PFD)

If you live in Alaska, you probably already know about this. Every year, the state pays residents a dividend from oil profits. It’s called the Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD).

• This year, it’s about $1,702

• Only for people who’ve lived in Alaska the whole year and applied

• Payouts start around June 18, 2025

So yes—Alaskans are getting $1,700. But it’s not a stimulus, and if you don’t live there, it doesn’t apply to you.

2. Missed Out on a 2021 Stimulus Check? You Might Still Get It

Remember the third stimulus check from 2021—the one for $1,400?
Turns out, a lot of people never got it, or didn’t get the full amount.

The good news? You can still claim it through the IRS Recovery Rebate Credit.

• If you didn’t get that 2021 check, you can file (or amend) your 2021 tax return.

• The IRS is sending those payments now, in 2025, if they’ve recently processed your return.

So if you’re just catching up on taxes—or if something went wrong before—you might be seeing that $1,400 land in your account this month.

3. State or Local Relief Programs

Some cities and states are running their own small relief programs.
For example:

• Sacramento, CA has a family income pilot giving $725/month

• Other cities/states are offering tax rebates, child payments, or cost-of-living help

These programs aren’t national, and you usually need to qualify based on income, residency, or other factors. But if you’re part of one, it could push your total monthly income near—or even over—that $1,700 mark.

So, Will You Get $1,700?

Here’s the honest answer:
You might—but only if you fall into a very specific group.

Let’s keep it simple:

If you don’t check any of those boxes, odds are, you’re not getting $1,700 this month.

Don’t Fall for the Hype (Or Scams)

There are tons of sketchy websites and “news” articles pushing this $1,700 thing like it’s guaranteed. Some even ask you to enter personal info to “check eligibility.”

Please—don’t fall for it.

• Don’t give out your Social Security number or bank info to random websites.

• Don’t pay anyone to “unlock” your stimulus payment.

• Stick to official sites like IRS.gov or your state’s Department of Revenue.

Here’s What You Can Do:

1. Double-check your 2021 tax return

   • If you didn’t get the full third stimulus, you could still claim it.

   • You have 3 years from the original deadline—so you’ve got time, but don’t wait too long.

2. Look into local relief programs

   • Some cities or states might have small monthly payments or tax rebates.

   • Visit your local government or tax agency’s site to find out what’s available.

3. Live in Alaska?

   • You’re probably already on track for your $1,700 check this June if you filed for the PFD.

That $1,700 number isn’t fake—but it’s not a blanket check for everyone either. It’s a combination of leftover stimulus money, state programs, and Alaska’s oil fund. So if you’re counting on a new federal payout in June, it’s probably not happening.

But if you’re owed money from the past—or living in the right place—you might have something coming your way.