Yes, it is true the Recovery Rebate Credit cannot go to back taxes as of March 18, 2021. However, it can be seized to pay other Federal or state government agencies. This credit is part of your tax refund. Refunds are subject to offsets.
The first stimulus payment could be offset for any past-due child support, but the second and third stimulus payments cannot be offset for past-due child support.
Recovery Rebate Credit — Topic E: Receiving the Credit
Questions and Answers about the First Economic Impact Payment — Topic D: Receiving My Payment
Questions and Answers about the Second Economic Impact Payment under Receiving My Payment.
Questions and Answers about the Third Economic Impact Payment — Topic G: Receiving My Payment
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