How 529 Plans Help Families Save for College and How the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 Expanded 529 Plan Features FS-2009-12, September 2009 — The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act has added computer technology to the list of college expenses a 529 plan may pay for. Business Provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) FS-2009-11, May 2009 — ARRA provides a number of tax incentives for businesses. Energy Provisions of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 FS-2009-10, April 2009 -The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) provides energy incentives for both individuals and businesses. EITC Eligibility Rules Outlined FS-2009-9, January 2009 - The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a tax credit for people who work but do not earn high incomes. Tax Law Changes Related to National Disaster Relief FS-2009-8, January 2009 — The National Disaster Relief Act of 2008, Subtitle B or Title VII of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008, signed into law on Oct. 3, 2008, as Public Law 110-343, provides tax relief for victims of federally declared disasters occurring after Dec. 31, 2007, and before Jan. 1, 2010. How to Choose a Tax Preparer and Avoid Preparer Fraud FS-2009-7, January 2009 — Taxpayers should put as much care in choosing a preparer as they would a doctor or lawyer. IRS Offers Free Tax Help FS-2009-6, January 2009 — Find out what resources are available online, by phone and in-person. E-File and Other Electronic Options for 2009 FS-2009-5, January 2009 — Learn more about what's new with electronic tax filing for 2009. The Official Internal Revenue Service Web Site Is IRS.gov FS-2009-4, January 2009 — The IRS Web site address does not end in .com, .net or .org. Recovery Rebate Credit Is for Individuals Who Missed Last Year’s Economic Stimulus Payment FS-2009-3, January 2009 — Credit largely follows rules of the 2008 stimulus payments. Tax Credits Provide Funds for First-Time Homebuyers, Childcare, Education and More FS-2009-2, January 2009 — Tax credits can boost a tax refund. Highlights of 2008 Tax Law Changes: Tax Breaks Renewed, Recovery Rebate Credit, Homeowner Relief FS-2009-1, January 2009 — Notable tax law changes for individuals. News Release and Fact Sheet Archive News releases and fact sheets from November 2002 forward and an archive of news releases and fact sheets in PDF format back to 1997.
