News releases for current month

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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