A state tax credit that helps Coloradans with disabilities who earn lower incomes. This new credit replaces the disability portion of the former Property Tax, Rent, and Heat (PTC) rebate program.
Refundable credit amount between $400 and $1,200.
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File a tax return or a Colorado Simplified Individual Income Tax Return - Form DR 0104EZ to learn how much money you qualify for and to get your payment.
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Qualified individuals can receive $400 to $1,200, with higher credit amounts for lower income levels.
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To be eligible, a Colorado resident must:
You are a person with a disability of any age who was unable to engage in any substantial gainful activity for medical reasons.
You also must have qualified for full benefits from January 1 - December 31, 2025 from a bona fide public or private plan or source, based solely on your disability.
You lived in Colorado from January 1 - December 31, 2025.
You were not claimed as a dependent on someone else’s federal income tax return.
Your federal AGI is less than $20,000 for singles and $32,000 for married couples.
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Yes. This credit helps low-income qualifying individuals. You can receive this credit if you earn less than $20,000 if filing single or $32,000 if filing jointly.
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No, the money received from the credit does not count as income for qualifying for state pension benefits.
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No. Coloradans who do not have a social security number can use an Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) when filing their state taxes to claim the credit.
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Individuals cannot claim both the Disability Assistance Credit and the PTC Rebate in the same tax year, even if they meet the requirements for both.