The United States provides diverse forms of economic aidboth on Federal and state levels. In Alaska, for example, thanks to the October Permanent Fund dividend, some residents will benefit from a one-time payment of $1,702 as long as they meet certain eligibility criteria.

According to official information, the Permanent Fund dividend is a program whose main aim is to encourage citizens to do so continue to live in the area And Avoid migrating to another region of the country. The fund is financed thanks to the income Investments from oiltherefore, the amount varies each year according to the industry's earnings.

According to Alaska Department of Revenue Commissioner Adam Crum, the 2024 amount is $1,702. This year's payment is approx $400 more than the money sent last year.

“This is the 43rd year that Alaskans have received their share of the state’s natural resources and investment returns,” Crum said. “PFD 2024 will create economic opportunity in our local communities.”

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Who is eligible for checks worth up to $1,702 in Alaska? Requirements and application modalities

The tender for payments for 2024 has already been closed. However, payments will begin disbursing in October. To be eligible, residents must have met each other the following admission requirements:

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When are the Alaska Permanent Fund dividend deposit dates?

According to the program's website, payments will come in two parts: Oct. 3 for applicants who applied online and selected direct deposit as the payment method, And Oct. 24 for those who You submitted your application on paper or chose a paper check as your payment method.

To check the status of your application, Visit the Alaska Department of Revenue website or visit a PFD office in person.