@FictitiousB957424
The actual reason is because this was originally designed to help those who have been directly economically affected - job losses, business closures, etc. In other words - those who are bringing home LESS bacon.
Seniors and some other benefits groups were only given the same amount after advocacy groups such as AARP went to bat for them - I think initially it was only $ 600 since benefits to these groups were not cut in amount due to the Covid-19 virus.
So most people are getting the same amount - there are some that are not eligible at all based on income, immigrant status. dependency status if over 17, tax filing status.
As a senior who meets the eligibility guidelines - you got $ 1200.
If you had been married - you and your spouse would have gotten $ 2400
If you had had a dependent less than 17 years old - you would have gotten $ 500 per
I know many seniors and others have it hard because their income is very limited but this isn't a cure for that problem - because this problem is more far-reaching.
Other income related benefits or helping hand type things like SNAP, energy bill help, etc., both from government (state/federal) and private industry, have also been pumped up to help those who need more help - anybody that might need the help they are offering.
