That's a jump from the 335,000 claims filed the week before, and it's also a much higher number than the 320,000 new claims economists were anticipating. To be eligible for the payment, residents must file a tax return by the end of October 2022. Most Maine adults are eligible for the $850 payments, including people with little or no income, but you DO need to file a tax return. Make sure you dont miss yours. The assistance targets low-income households, and the check amounts vary by state. [CDATA[ window._F20 = window._F20 || []; _F20.push({container: 'F20WidgetContainer', placement: '', count: 3}); _F20.push({finish: true}); ]]]]>