IRS to Eliminate Paper Checks: What It Means for Taxpayers
A significant shift is underway in how the federal government will deliver some tax refunds and benefit payments. Starting September 30, 2025, paper checks from the IRS, Social Security Administration (SSA) and other federal agencies will become a thing of the past. The move toward a fully electronic system aims to cut costs, minimize fraud and streamline payment delivery—but it will require action from some taxpayers.