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Simplefile
You could receive up to $4,473 in state tax money per child or dependent aged 16 and under. You could get this money even if you have low or no income or if you do not usually file taxes. Apply for free using SimpleFile, a quick and simple online tool. It takes 15 minutes or less, and does not require income documents.
This money does not affect most benefits, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), Medicaid, and the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program.
The last day to use SimpleFile is November 15, 2026.
You may be eligible if you:
> Have a child aged 16 and under who lives with the applicant at least half of the year
> Are a full-year Colorado resident
> Your income is $15,000 or less as a single filer or $26,000 or less as a married filer
> Are not usually required to file because you have cash income under $400 or do not earn any income
> Cannot be claimed as a dependent
> Are married and filing jointly. You do not qualify if you are married and filing separately
> Did not file a federal or state tax return for tax year 2024 or 2025
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