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The video discusses the Treasury Department's distribution of 25 million additional stimulus payments, bringing the total to over 156 million in the third round, primarily benefiting Social Security recipients who didn't file recent tax returns. It also covers California Governor Gavin Newsom's announcement to lift most COVID-19 restrictions by June 15, with ongoing mask mandates and requirements for testing or vaccination verification for large indoor events.

How many stimulus payments were distributed in the third round as of April 7th?

• 500 million

• 372 million

• 156 million

• 25 million

Which group primarily received the stimulus payments distributed on April 7th?

• Small business owners

• Unemployed individuals

• Social Security beneficiaries who didn't file 2019 or 2020 returns

• Taxpayers who filed 2020 returns

What information is the IRS using to determine eligibility for stimulus payments?

• Bank account balance

• 2019 tax return information

• 2020 tax return information

• Current employment status

By what date does California plan to lift nearly all COVID-19 restrictions?

• April 7th

• May 1st

• June 15th

• July 4th

What will be required for larger indoor events in California after June 15th?

• No restrictions

• Social distancing only

• Testing or vaccination verification

• Mandatory quarantine