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Rebate news
The gist
Trump announced $500 rebate checks for nearly one million ACA enrollees from 30 states.
New York separately mails up to $200 energy rebates to 8.2 million households.
How it unfolded
- Sep 10, 2026President Donald Trump announced he will send $500 rebate checks to nearly one million Affordable Care Act enrollees from 30 states, claiming they were charged excessive fees under former President Joe Biden.
- Sep 11, 2026As the 2026 midterm elections approach, Trump is promising direct federal money, including a proposed $5,000 "dividend" for adults and $500 ACA rebates.
- Sep 14, 2026Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that energy rebate checks up to $200 will be mailed to 8.2 million New York households starting Sept. 21, continuing through December.