May 15, 2025 - Trump Orders Government to Stop Using Checks

Trump Orders Government to Stop Using Checks

An executive order issued by President Donald J. Trump requires the federal government to stop issuing paper checks by Sept. 30 for all disbursements, including tax refunds. The order also requires that tax payments, fines, fees and other payments made to the federal government be processed electronically when permissible under federal law.

The order notes that exceptions will be made for people without access to banking or electronic payments, certain emergency payments, certain law enforcement activities and other special cases that qualify. A comprehensive public awareness campaign will be launched to inform federal payment recipients that they must shift to electronic options and provide guidance on setting up digital payments.