The $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021 (P.L. 117-2) was signed into law on March 11, 2021. Known as ARPA, provides a wide-ranging law contains many tax-relief measures for individuals, with varying effective dates are noted below.

Stimulus Checks

The third round of Economic Impact Payments (EIP3) of up to $1,400 ($2,800 for married persons filing jointly) is being sent to eligible individuals (Code §6428B). EIP3 payments of up to $1,400 are also being sent for qualifying dependents (including college students and dependent adults) reported on a taxpayer's return. All such payments tax free.