Second stimulus check: 9 facts to know, including one possible change


Here’s what’s happening with a second stimulus check.
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As negotiations to pass the next stimulus check amble forward, we can take stock of what we know about how it will be handled, based on the first stimulus check, several previous stimulus proposals and the latest details of a White House-authored stimulus bill.
We’ll go over the top takeaways that will help you to understand what’s happening with stimulus payments right now, including who would qualify, how much money you might expect to receive and the effect on your taxes. This story was recently updated.
1. Negotiations are a roller coaster
Here’s the quick version: House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin will continue to negotiate through the weekend.
Both sides of the aisle are currently contesting the White House’s $1.8 trillion offer, which arrived Friday and includes another direct payment for up