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Japanese-American and Aleutian Restitution / Reparation / Redress Payments
Restitution payments may be made to Japanese-Americans and Aleuts (or if deceased, to their survivors) who were interned or relocated during World War II.
Exempt
These payments are exempt as income in the month of receipt and exempt as property beginning the month following receipt, as long as these funds are kept separately identifiable.
Note: If these exempt funds are commingled with nonexempt property, it is the recipient's responsibility to identify and keep track of the exempt portion.
Property purchased with reparation payments is not included in the property reserve. The exemption carries over to property which is acquired with the funds.
Redress/reparation payments remaining in the beneficiary's name at the time of death are NOT subject to estate recovery. Individuals having questions should be referred to the Probate/Estate Recovery Section of DHCS.
Verification
The applicant/recipient must provide copies of grant award letters, approved grant forms or other documents. Individuals without documentation can obtain it from:
Office of Redress Administration
U.S. Department of Justice
P.O. Box 66260
Washington, D.C. 20035-6260
Requests for verification must include the individuals name, date of birth, and SSN. In the case of a survivor receiving benefits, the name, birth date and SSN of the deceased person must also be included.
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Holocaust Restitution Payments