During the 2021 Legislative Session, Governor Ron DeSantis worked with the Legislature to secure $1,000 disaster relief payments for educators by appropriating funding through the General Appropriations Act (GAA). Additionally, payments made to or for the benefit of an individual are not treated as qualified disaster relief payments to the extent the expense of the individual compensated by such payment is otherwise compensated for by insurance or otherwise. Those students were, and still are, the ones in greatest need of in-person instruction as we begin the 2021-2022 school year., Thanks to the leadership of Governor DeSantis, our educators will receive a welcome $1,000 recognition, said Senate President Wilton Simpson. (added November 17, 2021), Q12: We are a state/local government that uses SLFR Funds to pay utility bills on behalf of individuals. (added November 17, 2021), Q6: I am an employer who received a grant from my state/local government to be used to pay new employees a cash bonus. Governor Ron DeSantis Presents Pinellas County Educators With Almost 177,000 Disaster Relief Payments of up to $1,000 will be distributed to Floridas educators in recognition of their hard work to educate students in the 2020-2021 Persons using TTY/TDD equipment may reach voice telephone numbers on this website via the Florida Relay Service at 711. In this case, because the payment is not income, no Form 1099-MISC or other information return is required to be filed with the IRS or furnished to the recipient. But a memo to the general counsel of the Florida Department of Education says the checks could be considered qualified disaster relief payments rather than bonuses. Each qualifying family receives a flat amount under the program. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) Governor Ron DeSantis and Education Commissioner Ed Corcoran handed out the first Disaster Relief Payments to teachers on Wednesday in St. Petersburg. In general, individuals must include in gross income any payment or accession to wealth from any source unless an exclusion applies. More than 75,000 instructors received a $1,000 check in thefirst round of disaster relief paymentsthat concluded October 30, 2021 and over 86,000 instructors received a $1,000 check in thesecond round of disaster relief paymentsthat concluded April 30, 2022. Full-time K-12 classroom teachers employed in a district or at a charter school as of June 2, 2021, or on the last day of school; Certified prekindergarten teachers employed in a district or at a charter school as of June 2, 2021, or on the last day of school, and who are funded by the Florida Education Finance Plan (FEFP); and. A14: No. The designation allows first responders to receive the full $1,000 without employment taxes having to be withheld, which is allowable under Section 139 of the Internal Revenue Code, spokesperson Andrew Nixon said in an email to 10 Tampa Bay. Maryland Maryland gave eligible residents payments of $500 for families and $300 for individuals who filed for the earned income tax credit. Hawaii Gov David Ige has also vetoed a bill planning "thank you" payments for teachers in his state. This Fact Sheet frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds established under the American Rescue Plan Act (SLFR Funds). TALLAHASSEE, Fla.Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by teachers, school principals, and superintendents in Baker County, Sarasota County and Okaloosa County to announce a total of $765 million in funding to support Floridas teachers. 850-717-9282 (added November 17, 2021), Q4: My state/local government is offering a one-time payment to individuals receiving unemployment compensation who accept an offer of employment within the particular state or local jurisdiction, in any industry, and discontinue claiming unemployment benefits. Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. They have had to make so many adjustments and have worked so hard to make sure every child has a chance to learn. A12: No. An official website of the United States Government. ", Ensuring that our children had access to in-person education during the COVID-19 pandemic was perhaps the most important task our state faced in the past year,said Representative Jay Trumbull. More information on withholding federal income tax, social security tax, and Medicare tax can be found in Publication 15. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) Republican Gov. See section 139(b). WebThese investments include $550 million to continue elevating minimum teacher salaries, as well as $215 million to provide all of Floridas eligible public school principals and teachers Using federal funds, both Georgia and Tennessee offered $1,000 bonuses to full-time teachers and $500 to part-time teachers. These heroes are the backbone of our communities and today the Governor sent a clear message that Florida loves and appreciates their hard work and dedication. When similar bonuses were issued in states like Georgia and Michigan, the payments were taxed. These payments are made by a state/local government on behalf of individuals to pay for personal expenses incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, a qualified disaster. Floridas teachers and principals went above and beyond this school year under unprecedented circumstances. The checks are classified as disaster relief payments, rather than bonuses, so taxes will not be withheld, according to the state. Please call 1-800-4FED-AID (1-800-433-3243) for information about relief These FAQs are being issued to provide general information to taxpayers and tax professionals as expeditiously as possible. Must I include the amount of the payment in my gross income? A spokesperson for Floridas Department of Economic Opportunity said the state had, in fact, designated these payments as qualified disaster relief. 33134 - Phone: (305) 646-7220 850-245-0413 While most other states locked down their schools, Florida followed the science and opened our schools for in-person instruction, five days a week,said Governor DeSantis. A3: Yes. I thank my colleagues in the House and Senate for supporting our vision to reward our educators for a job well done., Governor DeSantis bold, visionary decisions continue to support a world-class education for our kids, said State Board of Education Chairman Tom Grady. The SLFR Funds provide substantial flexibility for each government to meet local needsincluding support for households and individuals hardest hit by the crisis. First, these payments are provided as qualified disaster relief payments made to reimburse reasonable and necessary personal, family, living, and funeral expenses incurred as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and in order to promote the general welfare. One exclusion is for qualified disaster relief payments under section 139 of the Internal Revenue Code (Code). The IRS has reviewed the types of payments made by various states in 2022 that may fall in these categories and given the complicated fact-specific nature of determining the treatment of these payments for federal tax purposes balanced against the need to provide certainty and clarity for individuals who are now attempting to file their federal income tax returns, the IRS has determined that in the best interest of sound tax administration and given the fact that the pandemic emergency declaration is ending in May, 2023 making this an issue only for the 2022 tax year, if a taxpayer does not include the amount of one of these payments in its 2022 income for federal income tax purposes, the IRS will not challenge the treatment of the 2022 payment as excludable for income on an original or amended return. I would like to thank Governor DeSantis and Speaker Sprowls for their tireless leadership in securing this well-deserved $1,000 bonus for the heroes in Floridas classrooms., Executive Office of Governor Ron DeSantis. (added November 17, 2021), Q10: We are a state/local government that uses SLFR Funds to provide a direct cash transfer to individuals for use in paying their utility bills. Almost 177,000 Disaster Relief Payments of up to $1,000 will be distributed to Floridas educators in recognition of their hard work to educate students in the 2020-2021 school year. Therefore, the payments will not have income tax or employer taxes withheld. We understand that you want to recognize all hard-working staff, such as custodians, food service workers, bus drivers, etc., who sacrificed much of their own time and personal expenses to ensure that child care providers remained open to serve Floridas children and families. (added November 17, 2021), Q11: I am an individual and my state/local government is using SLFR Funds to pay utility bills on behalf of individuals in the state or local jurisdiction. Questions about this program can be sent to DisasterRelief@del.fldoe.org. However, payments made to or for the benefit of an individual are not treated as qualified disaster relief payments to the extent the expense of the individual compensated by such payment is otherwise compensated for by insurance or otherwise. Thank you to the Florida Legislature for heeding the Governors request to prioritize our states educators., CFO and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronissaid, Since day one, Floridas teachers and first responders have been on the frontlines of the pandemic, working tirelessly to protect our communities and care for our students. Tribes with large and medium allocations will receive $50,000 and $30,000, respectively, and tribes with small allocations will receive $20,000. Although all students need world-class educators in the front of classrooms, students especially in need are students with disabilities, those with food insecurities and those in need of mental health or who are suffering from abuse at home. Governor DeSantis held the event at Lakewood Elementary School in Pinellas County. This bonus is so well deserved, and along with an increase in our teacher salary increase allocation, demonstrates our commitment to Florida teachers and the service they provide to our state. While the FAQ document will help to provide important information, there are a couple of areas it might be helpful to explain in this email. My thanks also go to Speaker Sprowls, Senate President Simpson, Senator Stargel, and Representative Trumbull for their leadership during the 2021 legislative session to make this funding a reality., Governor DeSantis has proven once again that Florida is the Education State,said Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran. The IRS has determined that in the interest of sound tax administration and other factors, taxpayers in many states will not need to report these payments on their 2022 tax returns. We cannot stress enough the importance of keeping any correspondence that arrives with your check and the importance of discussing these funds with a tax professional, said spokesperson Joni Branch. Principals employed by a district or a charter school that serves PK-12 students as of June 2, 2021, or on the last day of school. The payment is available to an eligible individual after he or she completes four weeks of paid employment. Of course, recipients should consider consulting with a tax advisor for more information. We might not have to deal with state income tax in Florida but most of us do still owe federal taxes on bonuses and income each year. Instead, contact this office by phone or in writing. The IRS is also taking an additional step to help those who paid these penalties already. Florida Department of Economic Opportunity THE ANSWER No, teachers and first responders will not owe taxes on their $1,000 COVID-19 bonuses because the checks Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Teachers delivered students with high-quality instruction across all learning modalities while facing many challenges, including routine functions that were stressed by the pandemic. Payments started in November and will continue through the end of 2021. WebNatural Disaster Contact Information for Higher Education Students and Student Loan Borrowers. While other states kept their schools closed, Florida opened them up and allowed students to return to normalcy. Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Legislature authorized two qualified disaster relief payments to child care and early learning Having great teachers makes a difference. Section 139 of the Code excludes qualified disaster relief payments from an individual's gross income, but payments in the nature of compensation for services are not treated as qualified disaster relief payments. Page Last Reviewed or Updated: 14-Feb-2023, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) and Certification, Employers engaged in a trade or business who pay compensation, Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS), News Releases for Frequently Asked Questions, Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, IRS issues guidance on state tax payments to help taxpayers. 198 0 obj <>stream Directors will Learn More . 2022 The Division of Early Learning is an equal opportunity employer/program. If I receive such a payment from my employer, must I include the amount in my gross income? If I receive such a payment, must I include the amount in my gross income? To qualify for the payment, a family must only show that it has a child under 18. Nonetheless, a taxpayer who reasonably and in good faith relies on these FAQs will not be subject to a penalty that provides a reasonable cause standard for relief, including a negligence penalty or other accuracy-related penalty, to the extent that reliance results in an underpayment of tax. Additionally, prior versions of these FAQs will be maintained on IRS.gov to ensure that taxpayers, who may have relied on a prior version, can locate that version if they later need to do so. This bonus is so well deserved, and along with an increase in our teacher salary increase allocation, demonstrates our commitment to Florida teachers and the service they provide to our state., Ensuring that our children had access to in-person education during the COVID-19 pandemic was perhaps the most important task our state faced in the past year,said Representative Jay Trumbull. Monroe: 1111 12 Street, Suite 1-206 Key West, FL 33040 - Phone: (305) 296-5557, 2022 Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Monroe, Get a personalized list of early care and education providers, Voluntary Prekindergarten Program Assessment, Donotreply_disasterrelief@oel.myflorida.com. Under Florida law, e-mail addresses are public records. WebTallahassee, Fla. Today, Governor DeSantis handed out the first of nearly 177,000 Disaster Relief Payments of up to $1,000 to Floridas educators in recognition of their hard work to educate students in the 2020-2021 school year. Over the past year, minimum pay for Floridas teachers increased by an average of $6,000 from $40,000 to $46,000. WebFederal relief. Before sharing sensitive information online, make sure youre on a .gov or .mil site Salaries for the Disaster Relief will be influenced by many factors. The state of Maine is sending its residents who worked during the pandemic a one-time disaster relief payment of $285. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. In addition to increases in funds available specifically for teacher salary increases, I hope these bonuses will demonstrate just how much our state appreciates and values the contributions of Floridas teachers., During this pandemic, we were reminded of the importance of Floridas teachers to our children,said Florida House Speaker Chris Sprowls. A5: Yes, you must include the payment in gross income. Throughout the school year, Lakewood Elementary experienced exemplary in-person participation and is a shining example of a school succeeding in School Turnaround. Similarly, if an FAQ turns out to be an inaccurate statement of the law as applied to a particular taxpayer's case, the law will control the taxpayer's tax liability. Get the latest information on news, events, and more, All rights reserved to Florida Dept. Their success directly rests on the hearts and minds of our amazing teachers and leaders. Considering how challenging the past year was for teachers, we knew it was important to recognize and reward them for their hard work, said DeSantis. DeSantis called for $422 million in bonuses for teachers who receive a highly effective rating that's up from $234 million this year. This ensured that all students were provided with a panoply of educational supports. A payment by a state or local government generally will be treated as a qualified disaster relief payment under section 139 if the payment is made to or "for the benefit of" an individual to (1)reimburse or pay reasonable and necessary personal, family, living, or funeral expenses incurred as a result of a qualified disaster, or (2) promote the general welfare in connection with a qualified disaster. The payment is meant to encourage individuals to return to work after state/local COVID-19 restrictions lapse. These payments will go to individuals who are employed as a child care or early learning instructor as of July 1, 2021, the date that this section of the GAA became law. While other states kept their schools closed, Florida opened them up and allowed students to return to normalcy. Thanks to the tireless efforts of our teachers and school leaders Florida succeeded where so many other states failed. More than 75,000 instructors received a $1,000 check in the Thank you to the Florida Legislature for heeding the Governors request to prioritize our states educators., CFO and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronissaid, Since day one, Floridas teachers and first responders have been on the frontlines of the pandemic, working tirelessly to protect our communities and care for our students. A2: Yes, you must include the payment in gross income as compensation for services. I applaud Floridas teachers for stepping up and giving students the ability to learn in-person, from the classroom. WebThis ensured that all students were provided with a panoply of educational supports. Premium pay is in the nature of compensation for services and therefore is not excludable as a qualified disaster relief payment. WebDisaster Relief Payments July 08, 2021. Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Legislature authorized two qualified disaster relief payments to child care and early learning instructors affected by COVID in Specific Appropriation #80B of the 2021-22 General Appropriations Act (GAA) (Chapter 2021-036, Laws of Florida). His exceptional leadership and bold vision has taken Floridas minimum teacher salaries to an average of $46,000, and his focus on celebrating and elevating our educators is unparalleled. (added November 17, 2021), Q14: We are a utility company that uses SLFR Funds to pay overdue utility balances on behalf of individuals. Great teachers, great principals and great administrators lead directly to better outcomes for Floridas students, and I was proud to join some great teachers at Lakewood Elementary today to hand them $1,000 bonuses., Educators Eligible for Disaster Relief Funds, Almost 177,000 Disaster Relief Payments will go to Florida teachers. This means that people in the following states do not need to report these state payments on their 2022 tax return: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania and Rhode Island. A Form 1099-MISC reporting the payment would be required if the payment constituted income to the recipient. In addition, many people in Georgia, Massachusetts, South Carolina and Virginia also will not include state payments in income for federal tax purposes if they meet certain requirements. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. Today, Governor DeSantis handed out the first of nearly 177,000 Disaster Relief Payments of up to $1,000 to Floridas educators in recognition of their hard work to educate students in the 2020-2021 school year. Do we have an obligation to file a Form 1099 or other information return with respect to the payment? Section 80B in the GAA provides: The funds provided in Specific Appropriation 80B are provided to the Office of Early Learning to administer two bonuses to Floridas child care and early learning instructors totaling a net amount of $1,000 each. Maine WebWhich teachers are eligible to receive the $1,000 qualified disaster relief payments? In this case, because the payment is not income, no Form 1099-MISC or other information return is required to be filed with the IRS or furnished to the recipient. Over the past year, minimum pay for Floridas teachers increased by an average of $6,000 from $40,000 to $46,000. A11: No, this payment is not included in gross income. Thank you Governor Ron DeSantis for these bonuses., We are so proud of the work our teachers have done over the last year, innovating every step of the way, saidSenator Kelli Stargel. [2] Illinois and New York issued multiple payments and in each case one of the payments was a refund of taxes, which should be treated as noted above, and one of the payments is in the category of disaster relief payment. These payments are made by a state/local government on behalf of individuals to pay for personal expenses incurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, a qualified disaster. An official website of the United States Government. A7: No, this payment is not included in gross income. Teachers and principals may also be eligible for disaster relief payments of up to $1,000. Each qualifying family receives a flat amount under the program. As of writing, these payments dont extend to pre-K educators, but this may change in the near future. These payments will be provided directly to qualified individuals through the U.S. mail. Child care and early learning instructor must be: Assigned to a classroom, full-time or part-time. They have had to make so many adjustments and have worked so hard to make sure every child has a chance to learn. The payment is intended to assist with childcare costs resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. WebTo help struggling taxpayers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the IRS issued Notice 2022-36 PDF, which provides penalty relief to most people and businesses who file certain 2019 or 2020 returns late. Floridas teachers deserve this recognition and I am grateful for our Governors leadership and his commitment to rewarding them., Thank you to Governor DeSantis, Senate President Simpson, Speaker Sprowls and the entire legislative body for recognizing the outstanding work of our educators and administrators, said Pinellas County Schools Superintendent Dr. Michael Grego. The application for the second payment opens Saturday, January 1, 2022. For these individuals, state payments will not be included for federal tax purposes if the payment is a refund of state taxes paid and either the recipient claimed the standard deduction or itemized their deductions but did not receive a tax benefit. The IRS appreciates the patience of taxpayers, tax professionals, software companies and state tax administrators as the IRS and Treasury worked to resolve this unique and complex situation. In determining the amount of federal income tax to withhold from employees' wages, the employer should review the procedures in section 7 of Publication 15 to determine the amount of federal income tax to withhold from cash bonuses. Teachers are the heart of our community and have always gone above and beyond to put the needs of students first. 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