Late Payments Get 4.625% Interest: Government's Thank-You Rate
Published Date: 2/25/2025
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Summary
Starting January 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025, the interest rate for late government payments is set at 4.625% per year. This means if the government pays contractors late, they owe this extra money. Contractors and agencies should note this rate to keep payments fair and on time!
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4.625% Interest for Late Payments
If you are a contractor paid by the federal government, then for payments late between January 1, 2025 and June 30, 2025 the government owes interest at 4.625% per year (4 5/8% per annum). This rate applies to late government payments under the prompt payment rules during that period.
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