News releases for current month

IR-2026-65, May 13, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service is announcing the terms of a time-limited settlement opportunity for eligible taxpayers involved in conservation easement or historic preservation easement disputes with the IRS.

IR-2026-64, May 6, 2026 — The Low Income Taxpayer Clinic Program today announced it will accept applications for LITC matching grants from all qualified organizations from May 6, 2026, to July 6, 2026.

IR-2026-63, May 6, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service today announces updates to its Conservation Easement page, expanding information on abusive conservation easement transactions, recent court decisions, and warning signs for investors.

IR-2026-62, May 5, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service is accepting applications for the Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council through June 5, 2026.

IR-2026-61 May 5, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced a series of resources and events to support small businesses during National Small Business Week, which runs through May 9.

IR-2026-60 May 1, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service is now accepting applications for the Tax Counseling for the Elderly and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance grants.

IR-2026-59, April 30, 2026 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued temporary regulations and the accompanying notice of proposed rulemaking on a new method for recovering federal excise tax paid on dyed fuel established under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill.

IR-2026-58, April 27, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced a new, streamlined way for taxpayers to extend the period of time for the IRS and the IRS Independent Office of Appeals to review a taxpayer’s response to a disallowance of an Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claim to avoid refund litigation.

IR-2026-57, April 24, 2026 — The Taxpayer Advocacy Panel today released its 2025 Annual Report highlighting accomplishments and ongoing efforts to strengthen Internal Revenue Service delivery, improve communications with taxpayers, reduce taxpayer burden, and support continued modernization of tax administration.

IR-2026-56, April 24, 2026 — During National Volunteer Week, the Internal Revenue Service recognizes the tens of thousands of volunteers who donate their time to serve their communities and the nation by participating in the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs.

IR-2026-55, April 20, 2026 – The Internal Revenue Service today updated frequently asked questions in Fact Sheet 2026-10 related to educational assistance programs.

IR-2026-54, April 17, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued a Whistleblower Alert highlighting an area of concern about misuse, diversion or fraudulent use of federal funds by tax-exempt organizations, individuals and businesses, and urged the public to provide information.

IR-2026-53, April 16, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced a new online tool to help taxpayers understand and resolve tax debt.

IR-2026-52, April 14, 2026 — As the end of filing season approaches, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers they can get an extension to file their federal income tax return until Oct. 15, 2026, but they must request the extension by April 15, 2026, in order to avoid penalties.

IR-2026-51, April 13, 2026 — The IRS today announced it will be hosting a free 30-minute webinar for taxpayers and tax professionals to provide last-minute tips for filing season on Tuesday, April 14, at 1 p.m. Eastern time.

IR-2026-50, April 10, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service announced special Saturday hours at select Taxpayer Assistance Centers across the country to provide in-person help for taxpayers.

IR-2026-49, April 10, 2026 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued final regulations on the “No Tax on Tips” provision.

IR-2026-48, April 10, 2026 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued proposed regulations that would provide rules and definitions related to the new excise tax imposed on certain remittance transfers, also referred to as the remittance transfer tax, under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill.

IR-2026-47, April 9, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service reminds last-minute tax filers that the April 15 tax deadline is next week.

IR-2026-46, April 6, 2026 — The IRS today announced a major expansion of its Business Tax Account, making the online self-service platform available to partnerships, federal, state, and local governments, Indian tribal governments, and tax-exempt organizations.

IR-2026-45, April 6, 2026 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued guidance to the Chief Executive Officers of any State, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories regarding the procedure for nominating population census tracts to be designated as qualified opportunity zones (QOZs) under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill.

IR-2026-44, April 3, 2026 — With the April 15 tax deadline fast approaching, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that there is still time to file their federal income tax return electronically and request direct deposit for any refund due.

IR-2026-43, April 2, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service continues to deliver excellent service to taxpayers during the 2026 filing season with the rise in tax refunds, the smooth pace at which taxpayers are getting their refunds and the high use of electronic filing.

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