Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced that working families tax credit cheques will be sent to Michigan families beginning on February 13, 2024. In Michigan, these payments would equate to an extra $550 for almost 700,000 households.
In addition to the Earned Income Tax Credit, this program replaces the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and provides additional funding.
Every working family can save money and receive tax credits worth up to $2,080 under this program. Prior to the new amendment, Michigan’s EITC was only 6% of the Federal EITC; now, it is 30%.
Overview Of Michigan Tax Credit 2024
| Authority | Michigan Tax Credit Checks |
| Program | Michigan State Government |
| Country | USA |
| Amount | $2080 |
| Eligibility
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Working Families of Michigan |
| Payment Date | February 2024 |
| Website | michigan.gov |
Eligibility Criteria For Michigan Tax Rebate Status
Candidates must have “earned income”—that is, taxable income and earnings obtained by working for themselves, their business, or a farm—in order to be eligible for the Michigan EITC for working families.
- Candidates who qualify for Federal EITC can also qualify for Michigan EITC.
- To qualify candidates must be permanent residents of the USA or residents living in the USA for many years.
- To qualify candidates must have positive Michigan taxable income or a non-resident with Michigan taxable income.
- Candidates must have an investment income of less than $11,000 in 2023.
Amount For Michigan Working Families Tax Credit
The federal earned income tax credit for working families in Michigan was increased by legislation approved by Governor Whitmer in March, from 6% to 30%. According to state officials, the increase would deliver a tax return of an average of $3,150 to 700,000 households.
This would indirectly benefit almost one million children or roughly half of all children in Michigan. Each family is set to get an average of $550 under the new program.
Tax Credit Payment Dates For Working Families
- Tax credit payment dates for working families are scheduled for February 2024.
- Candidates will only receive a payment if they have filed their tax return.
- If not received payment, then candidates need to check their tax payment status.
Steps To Apply For Michigan Tax Rebate
- Go to the official website.
- Search “Families Tax Credit”.
- Click on Apply online and fill out the application form.
- Submit the form and the authority will review your application for approval.