The rebate, which will be issued to an estimated 3.3 million households, is part of the state's 2000-01 General Fund budget. Don't miss this opportunity to put a little extra money in your pocket this fall. Grucela said the state Revenue Department expects to have applications mailed by June 12. The deadline to apply is July 7.
Homeowners can file for the rebate over the phone or by computer.
A personal identification number, or PIN, which will be included on the application, must be used if filing in this manner. People who do not file electronically, as well as homeowners whose names are not on the county lists, must file a paper application and attach a copy of a receipt or written proof that they paid school taxes on the property they own. Grucela said rebate checks will be mailed in late October. Grucela said homeowners can contact his district offices for assistance if they don't receive their application.