News•Apr 15, 2026
Your California Inflation Relief Debit Card Could Still Have Money, But Not for Long
The California Middle Class Tax Refund debit cards will cease to function after April 30, 2026, and any remaining balances will be transferred to the state’s General Fund. Approximately 10% of the cards were never activated, and many recipients may still have unused funds. Cardholders must activate inactive cards, verify balances, and either spend or transfer the money before the deadline. Failure to act will result in the loss of personal cash and a windfall for the state budget.
