November 18, 2008
As the demand for tickets to the 2009 Presidential Inauguration Ceremony continues to grow, Congressman Joe Sestak (PA-07) announced that his office would receive ticket requests through Friday November 28 at Noon. Through a message posted on his website, the Congressman reminded constituents that tickets would be in very limited supply and, as he had already taken requests for thousands of tickets, clearly there would not be enough supply to meet the demand. However, the Congressman wanted to ensure people were aware that no ticket is required for the Inauguration Parade and that those who do not obtain tickets for the ceremony can still attend and view it from farther away, with specific arrangements still to be determined. For more details visit http://inaugural.senate.gov. —
October E-Newsletter: Highlights from the past month in Washington and around the 7th District
In Washington, Congressman Sestak advocated for and helped pass a transparent and accountable bill needed to prevent a credit freeze during these turbulent economic times. Additionally, the Congressman won approval for his vital elder justice legislation, reached across the aisle to ensure former POW’s receive the compensation they earned and passed eight critical amendments to give our troops the support they deserve. At home, Congressman Sestak worked to provide resources to a variety of groups, including young Veterans and women business owners, announced an important victory in efforts with USPS on behalf of Garnet Valley constituents, and continued efforts to reduce violence.
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Issuing of Stimulus Checks Begins
The Treasury Department recently began issuing stimulus checks to more than 130 million Americans. It is anticipated that the checks will be issued over a period of months through the spring and early summer with the initial round of payments completed by early July. For tax returns processed by April 15, the stimulus checks will be sent out in the order of the last two digits of the Social Security number used on the tax return. Those who filed their tax forms electronically will receive their rebates sooner than those who filed a paper return. A schedule of payment dates based on Social Security numbers can be found on at www.irs.gov. No checks will be issued after December 31, 2008.
The IRS has an economic stimulus calculator on its website for taxpayers to use to calculate the amount of their stimulus check. Generally, the bipartisan Economic Stimulus Package provides rebate checks of up to $600 per individual and $1,200 per married couple, plus an additional $300 per child.
For more information, please visit www.irs.gov or call my office.
Congressman Sestak has received word from the IRS that nearly 5.2 million disabled Veterans and retirees in America and more than 10,000 in his 7th Congressional District who qualify for Economic Stimulus Payment have not filed to claim it. A special stimulus category includes recipients of certain benefits from Social Security and Veterans Affairs who are not normally required to file a tax return. Those in that group must file a tax return this year by October 15th to receive their stimulus payment of up to $600 per individual or up to $1200 for married couples filing jointly.
Those who have not yet filed a tax return and wish to receive the economic stimulus payment must file a 1040A form, available at www.irs.gov. Those without internet access should contact the local IRS Office in Media at 1400 N. Providence Rd., Media, PA or (610)891-6002.
Congressman Sestak speaks at hearing to examine the impact of the financial crisis on small businesses and their ability to get credit.
Congressman Sestak Delivers Democratic Weekly Radio Address (11/10) on Veterans
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