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Deductions & credits
Yes the Stimulus payments were advances on your 2020 return. But to get them out fast they used your 2018 or 2019 return.
The IRS doesn't seem to have a specific FAQ addressing that. The closest I can find is IRS question Q B3 here, Change in Eligibility
https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/recovery-rebate-credit-topic-b-eligibility
‎April 9, 2021
4:18 PM