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it is not based on 2019 return - that is what makes this all confusing for many. 

 

it is based on your 2020 return LESS what you received for the first two payments..  

 

A simple example. You have a child who was 16 in 2019 and a new born in 2020.  You are married. 

 

The stimulus payments were $2900 and $1800 for the parents and the 16 year old.

 

Then you calculate your 2020 tax return.  There is a new born.  The 16 year old is now 17 year old and not eligible.  You are eligible for $2900 and $1800 for the parents and the newborn

 

There would be no additional payment on Line 30 in this example but the newborn was part of the calculation!!!!