The Bureau of the Fiscal Service announced that existing procedures for waiving electronic payment requirements remain in effect until further notice. This update affects recipients of federal benefits, such as Social Security and veterans benefits, who currently receive paper checks. The agency stated it is reviewing waiver guidance and will coordinate with paying agencies before implementing any new procedures. Since September 30, 2025, most federal payments have been made electronically under Executive Order 14247, though limited exceptions exist for hardships. The Treasury has not specified a timeline for finalizing the new waiver guidance.
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