It’s easy to feel confused about stimulus checks, especially if you’re on disability or Social Security in Tennessee. Many people are wondering why they aren’t getting extra payments in 2025. Let’s break down why this is happening in simple terms.
No New Federal Stimulus Payments
The last big stimulus checks from the government went out in 2021. These were called Economic Impact Payments and were part of the American Rescue Plan. Since then, no new stimulus checks have been approved by Congress for people on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
This applies to everyone in the U.S., including Tennessee.
Tennessee Has No State Stimulus Checks in 2025
Some states gave extra payments to their residents during the pandemic, but Tennessee has not introduced its own stimulus program for 2025. That means no additional checks are being sent out at the state level to people on SSDI or SSI.
Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Increase Instead
While there are no new stimulus payments, there is good news: monthly Social Security and SSI benefits are going up by 2.5% starting in January 2025. This increase is called the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). It’s meant to help keep up with rising prices, like food and gas.
Why People Thought Stimulus Checks Were Coming
A lot of websites and social media posts talk about new “stimulus” payments, but most of them are not true. The government hasn’t announced any new checks, so people in Tennessee should not expect extra money beyond their regular monthly benefits.
Payments in Tennessee
Type of Payment | Status in 2025 |
---|---|
Federal Stimulus Checks | No new payments approved since 2021 |
State Stimulus (Tennessee) | No state payments announced |
SSDI/SSI COLA Increase | 2.5% boost in monthly payments starting January 2025 |
Conclusion
In 2025, Tennessee residents on disability or Social Security aren’t getting any new stimulus checks. The last checks were in 2021, and no new ones have been approved. However, monthly benefits are going up by 2.5% thanks to the annual COLA increase.
Stay updated by checking ssa.gov or contacting the SSA directly for the latest news.
FAQ’s
1. Will there be a new stimulus check for SSDI or SSI in 2025?
No, there are no new stimulus checks planned for 2025.
2. Is there any extra money from Tennessee for SSDI or SSI recipients?
No, Tennessee has not announced any new state payments.
3. Will my Social Security or SSI benefits increase in 2025?
Yes! Monthly benefits will increase by 2.5% starting in January 2025 due to the annual cost-of-living adjustment.