The stimulus payment system in the United States has become a key support for families. These programs allow citizens to keep a certain level of financial stability, even during times of economic uncertainty. Each state manages its own aid, with specific criteria and requirements that applicants must meet.
Within this context, one of the most notable cases is Alaska. There, the Alaska Permanent Fund can be found, a unique program that distributes an annual dividend among the state's residents. Its goal is to ensure that the income caused from the exploitation of natural resources can also benefit future generations.
The $1,702 payment for Alaska residents
Alaska's PFD was created in 1976 with a clear objective: to preserve part of the income derived from oil. Since then, this program has been kept as an incentive for residents to remain in the state and enjoy a direct benefit. In 2025, the amount that approved applicants will receive is $1,702.
To access this payment, it is not enough to have lived in Alaska for a period of time. It is necessary to have resided there throughout 2024 with the intention of staying indefinitely. In addition, applicants must not have claimed residency in another state or country since December 2023.
Legal history is also among the requirements. Those who have been convicted of felonies or incarcerated for several misdemeanors during that year will not be able to receive the benefit. Likewise, applicants must not have been outside Alaska for more than 180 days (180 days).
Key dates to receive the dividend
PFD payments have a specific schedule and applicants must pay attention. For this year, all 2024 dividend applications listed as "Eligible-Not Paid" on September 3 will be paid on September 11, 2025. It is a key date for those waiting for their deposit.
Subsequently, more distributions have been scheduled. 2025 applications that keep the same status on September 18 will be paid on October 2. There will also be a third group of payments: cases with "Eligible-Not Paid" status as of October 13 will receive their money on October 23, 2025.
This scheme ensures that Alaska residents who meet the rules receive their payment without excessive delays. The program remains an example of how a state can turn natural resources into direct benefits for its population. For those who meet the requirements, the $1,702 stimulus is already a near reality.