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Government

No, the shutdown deal did not include a pay raise for Congress

National

Most states don't require home sellers to disclose whether someone has died in the house

California has the most comprehensive requirements of any of the eight states that mandate death disclosures.
Money

Whether you can stay anonymous after winning the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot depends on where you bought the ticket

State laws determine the rules regarding anonymity for winners. These 17 states allow you to not reveal your identity publicly.
Shutdown

Yes, food stamps could run out during a government shutdown

The USDA predicts that SNAP and WIC benefits in some areas could run out in as little as a few days if the government shuts down.
Shutdown

Yes, you are still responsible for paying your student loans during a government shutdown

Student loan repayments will resume in October — and interest will continue to accrue — even if the federal government shuts down.
Shutdown

Yes, veterans will still get disability, pension benefits during government shutdown

While much of the government will run out of funding without a new budget, several veterans programs are still funded for another year.
Shutdown

Who gets paid during a government shutdown: VERIFY Fact Sheet

Do members of Congress and the president get paid during a shutdown? What about other federal workers? VERIFY answers 5 top questions.
Shutdown

Yes, retired federal workers would still be paid during a government shutdown

Several VERIFY readers have asked if federal retirees would get their pensions during a government shutdown. Here’s what we found.
Money

Only some states collect taxes from Powerball winnings

While the federal government almost always collects taxes from the Powerball jackpot, only some states tax them.
Settlements

Yes, Capital One class action settlement payment emails are real

VERIFY viewers asked if emails they recently received from ‘EpiqPay’ are legitimate. Here’s how to be sure you’re not getting scammed.
Settlements

Emails about Capital One class action settlement payments are real

VERIFY viewers asked if emails they recently received from ‘EpiqPay’ are legitimate. Here’s how to be sure you’re not getting scammed.
Taxes

Yes, the tax deadline for people who filed extensions is on Oct. 16

You have until Oct. 16, 2023, to file your 2022 income tax return if you requested an extension. The IRS encourages taxpayers to file electronically ASAP.