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IRS, Security Summit partners warn taxpayers of new scam; unusual delivery service mailing tries to trick people into sending photos, bank account information

IR-2023-123, July 3, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service warned taxpayers today to be on the lookout for a new scam mailing that tries to mislead people into believing they are owed a refund.

IRS last call for taxpayers to claim $1.5 billion in tax refunds from unfiled 2019 tax returns: July 17 deadline rapidly approaching

IR-2023-122, June 30, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service issued a final reminder today to nearly 1.5 million taxpayers across the country to claim their refunds for tax year 2019 by filing before the July 17, 2023, deadline.

IRS sends special mailing to taxpayers in certain disaster areas

IR-2023-121, June 28, 2023 — The IRS is sending a special follow-up mailing to taxpayers in several states affected by disasters to let them know that they have additional time to pay their taxes.

Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee issues annual report with 26 recommendations to Congress and IRS

IR-2023-120, June 28, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC) today released its annual report for 2023 featuring recommendations to Congress and the IRS that focus on electronic tax administration and cybersecurity. 

National Taxpayer Advocate issues midyear report to Congress; highlights filing season challenges and focuses on strategic priorities

IR-2023-119, June 21, 2023 — National Taxpayer Advocate Erin M. Collins today released her statutorily mandated midyear report to Congress. The report says the tax-return filing season generally ran smoothly this year, urges the Internal Revenue Service to prioritize a broad array of technology upgrades and sets forth key objectives of the Office of the Taxpayer Advocate for the upcoming fiscal year. 

IRS, Treasury update Notice 2023-29 related to energy community bonus credit amounts under the Inflation Reduction Act

IR-2023-118, June 15, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-45, which updates Notice 2023-29, that describes certain rules that the IRS intends to include in forthcoming proposed regulations for determining what constitutes an energy community for the production and investment tax credits.

Treasury, IRS issue guidance for the advanced manufacturing investment credit 

IR-2023-117, June 14, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued proposed regulations that provide guidance regarding the implementation of the elective payment provisions of the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit, established by the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors Act of 2022, commonly known as the CHIPS Act.

IRS releases guidance on elective payments and transfers of certain credits under the Inflation Reduction Act

IR-2023-116, June 14, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service issued proposed regulations and frequently asked questions today describing rules for applicable entities that earn certain clean energy credits and choose to make an elective payment election and rules for eligible taxpayers that elect to transfer certain credits to unrelated parties.

Atlanta Tax Forum quickly approaching; IRS Commissioner headlines speakers at three-day event that helps tax professionals learn the latest on tax law, transformation work

IR-2023-115, June 13, 2023 — IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel will highlight the Atlanta session of the Nationwide Tax Forum on July 25-27, providing tax professionals with multiple opportunities to learn more about changes to tax law and IRS transformation efforts. 

Tax professionals: Four special events added to the 2023 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums

IR-2023-114, June 12, 2023 — Tax professionals who attend this summer’s IRS Nationwide Tax Forums will see a new series of special events, including sessions focused on practice management, the taxpayer experience and cybersecurity and a town hall meeting with the National Taxpayer Advocate. 

Special options available to help taxpayers who missed the April deadline; people encouraged to file, pay by June 14 to avoid larger penalties and interest

IR-2023-113, June 9, 2023 — The IRS today encouraged taxpayers who owe unpaid taxes and missed the April 18 tax deadline to file their 2022 federal income tax return and pay any tax due by Wednesday, June 14, to avoid a larger late-filing penalty.

Time is running out: Taxpayers missing $1.5 billion in refunds for 2019 must file by July 17

IR-2023-112, June 8, 2023 ― The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged nearly 1.5 million people across the nation to submit a tax return to claim their refunds for tax year 2019 by the July 17, 2023, deadline. 

Mid-June estimated tax payment deadline in sight for many taxpayers

IR-2023-111, June 7, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers of the 2023 second quarter estimated tax deadline. Those who pay estimated taxes should consider the June 15 deadline to stay current with their taxes.

IRS statement on California mailing of balance due notices

June 7, 2023 — The IRS reassures California taxpayers that they continue to have an automatic extension until later this year to file and pay their taxes for those covered by disaster declarations in the state.

IRS grants penalty relief for corporations that did not pay estimated tax related to the new corporate alternative minimum tax

IR-2023-110, June 7, 2023 — The Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-42, which will grant penalty relief for corporations that did not pay estimated tax in connection with the new corporate alternative minimum tax (CAMT).

Tax professionals: Choose from 45 timely seminars at the 2023 Nationwide Tax Forums, earn up to 18 continuing education credits during historic period for the tax community

IR-2023-109, May 31, 2023 — The IRS today released the seminar lineup for the 2023 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums, providing tax professionals with multiple opportunities to learn more about changes to tax law and IRS transformation efforts. During three-day sessions in five cities, the tax forums will cover an ambitious program during a historic time for the tax community

IRS provides additional guidance for advanced energy projects

IR-2023-108, May 31, 2023 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-44 to provide more details for applicants seeking section 48C credit allocations in the qualifying advanced energy project credit allocation program under the Inflation Reduction Act.

Treasury and IRS provide proposed rules on energy projects for low-income communities

IR-2023-107, May 31, 2023 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued proposed regulations for applicants investing in certain solar and wind powered electricity generation facilities. 

IRS reminds U.S. taxpayers living and working abroad to file their 2022 tax return by June 15

IR-2023-106, May 30, 2023 — The IRS today reminded American taxpayers living and working outside the U.S. to file their 2022 federal income tax return by Thursday, June 15. This deadline applies to both U.S. citizens and resident aliens abroad, including those with dual citizenship.

IRS alerts businesses, tax-exempt groups of warning signs for misleading Employee Retention scams; simple steps can avoid improperly filing claims

IR-2023-105, May 25, 2023 — As aggressive marketing continues; the IRS today renewed an alert for businesses to watch out for tell-tale signs of misleading claims involving the Employee Retention Credit.

Interest rates remain the same for the third quarter of 2023

IR-2023-104, May 22, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced that interest rates will remain the same for the calendar quarter beginning July 1, 2023. 

IRS submits Direct File report to Congress; Treasury Department directs pilot to evaluate key issues

IR-2023-103, May 16, 2023 — The IRS submitted a report today to Congress evaluating a Direct File option for taxpayers and is taking steps to begin a pilot project for the 2024 filing season following a directive from the Treasury Department.

IRS provides initial guidance for the domestic content bonus credit

IR-2023-102, May 12, 2023 — The Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-38 for owners of green energy projects, such as wind, solar and energy storage technologies. 

Improving nationwide access to IRS Appeals; public input wanted

IR-2023-101, May 11, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service Independent Office of Appeals today invited public input on how best to improve access to Appeals for taxpayers who do not live near an Appeals office. 

IRS offers tips on preparedness and how to protect personal information during natural disasters

IR-2023-100, May 10, 2023 — In recognition of National Hurricane Preparedness Week and National Wildfire Awareness month, the Internal Revenue Service is reminding taxpayers to protect important tax and financial information as part of a complete emergency preparedness plan.

Now Open: 2024 Low Income Taxpayer Clinic grant application

IR-2023-99, May 9, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced it will accept applications for Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) matching grants from all qualified organizations. The application period will run from May 8, 2023, to June 26, 2023. The funding and the period of performance for the grant will be Jan. 1, 2024, to Dec. 31, 2024.

IRS offers special Saturday face-to-face help May 13 at many Taxpayer Assistance Centers; people don’t need an appointment for special day

IR-2023-98, May 8, 2023 — Although the tax filing deadline has passed, some taxpayers may still need help with a tax concern or have questions about an IRS notice. To help, the IRS is opening many IRS Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) across the nation during a special Saturday opening from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 13.

IRS: Going green could help taxpayers qualify for expanded home energy tax credits

IR-2023-97, May 4, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that making certain energy efficient updates to their homes could qualify them for home energy tax credits.

National Small Business Week: IRS.gov offers A-Z resources for small businesses

IR-2023-96, May 3, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged small businesses to take advantage of the numerous resources available on IRS.gov. As part of National Small Business Week April 30 to May 6, the IRS is highlighting tax benefits and resources to help small businesses. 

National Small Business Week advice from the IRS: Plan now to take advantage of new and existing tax benefits, prepare for reporting changes 

IR-2023-95, May 2, 2023 — The IRS urged business taxpayers to begin planning now to take advantage of tax-saving opportunities and get ready for reporting changes that take effect in 2023.

IRS: Florida storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to Aug. 15

IR-2023-94, May 2, 2023 — Florida storm victims now have until Aug. 15, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today.  

IRS highlights information and free resources in recognition of National Small Business Week

IR-2023-93, April 28, 2023 — As part of National Small Business Week, April 30 to May 6, the Internal Revenue Service is highlighting tax benefits and resources to help those looking to start a business. 

IRS seeking applications for TCE and VITA grants; organizations provide free tax return help for seniors, underserved

IR-2023-92, April 28, 2023 — The IRS is accepting applications for the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) grant, which allows eligible organizations to apply for annual funding to provide free federal tax return preparation assistance for up to three years.

IRS seeks membership nominations for the 2024 Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council

IR-2023-91, April 24, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service is accepting applications for the 2024 Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council (IRSAC). Applications are accepted through May 31, 2023. 

IRS reminds tax-exempt organizations of annual May filing deadline

IR-2023-90, April 20, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded thousands of tax-exempt organizations of their May 15, 2023, filing deadline.

Missed the April 18 filing deadline? File now to limit penalties and interest

IR-2023-89, April 19, 2023 — The IRS today urged taxpayers who missed Tuesday’s April 18 tax-filing deadline to file as soon as possible. Taxpayers who owe and missed the deadline without requesting an extension should file quickly to limit penalties and interest. 

IRS: Indiana storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to July 31

IR-2023-88, April 18, 2023 — Indiana storm victims now have until July 31, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced.

IRS Tax Withholding Estimator helps people get ready for the 2024 filing season; make sure withholding is right on 2023 paychecks

IR-2023-87, April 18, 2023 — The IRS today suggested taxpayers who filed or are about to file their 2022 tax return use the IRS Tax Withholding Estimator to help update the amount of tax to have taken out of their 2023 pay. 

IRS, DOL and HHS issue frequently asked questions about upcoming changes to COVID-19 coverage and payment requirements 

IR-2023-86, April 18, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service, Departments of Labor and Health and Human Services have jointly issued Frequently asked questions about the Affordable Care Act Implementation, Families First Coronavirus Response Act, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Implementation Part 58 and Affordable Care Act and Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act Implementation Part 59 to clarify how the COVID-19 coverage and payment requirements under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act will change when the Public Health Emergency ends.

Turn to IRS.gov for help as tax filing deadline nears

IR-2023-85, April 17, 2023 — The IRS reminds taxpayers that IRS.gov provides last-minute tax return filers with the resources they need to get taxes done before the April 18 deadline.

Need more time to file taxes? It’s easy to get an extension with IRS Free File

IR-2023-84, April 17, 2023 — As the tax deadline draws near, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers who need more time to file that getting an extension is quick and easy. An extension gives taxpayers an automatic six more months – until Oct. 16 this year – to file their tax return. 

Reminder: Proposed regulations related to the new clean vehicle critical mineral and battery components go into effect April 18

IR-2023-83, April 17, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service published proposed regulations today in the Federal Register related to certain requirements that must be met for critical mineral and battery components for the new clean vehicle credit.

IRS releases fiscal year 2022 Data Book describing agency’s activities   

IR-2023-82, April 14, 2023 —The IRS today issued its annual Data Book detailing the agency’s activities during fiscal year 2022 (Oct. 1, 2021 – Sept. 30, 2022), including revenue collected and tax returns processed. 

IRS issues frequently asked questions on compensation payments made by states for forced sterilization

IR-2023-81, April 14, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued frequently asked questions (FAQs) to provide guidance for victims who have received state compensation payments for forced, involuntary, or coerced sterilization, in Fact Sheet FS-2023-11.

IRS reminds those with no filing requirement about IRS Free File; get overlooked tax credits and refunds

IR-2023-80, April 13, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded low- to moderate-income taxpayers, especially those who don’t normally file a tax return, to consider IRS Free File to prepare their own federal tax return to potentially receive overlooked tax credits or refunds. 

Time running out to claim $1.5 billion in refunds for tax year 2019, taxpayers face July 17 deadline

IR-2023-79, April 12, 2023 ― The IRS announced today that nearly 1.5 million people across the nation have unclaimed refunds for tax year 2019 but face a July 17 deadline to submit their tax return.

IRS reminds taxpayers of April estimated tax payment deadline

IR-2023-78, April 12, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded people that Tax Day, April 18, is also the deadline for first quarter estimated tax payments for tax year 2023.

IRS: Early filers who reported certain state tax refunds as taxable should consider filing amended returns

IR-2023-77, April 11, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service said today that taxpayers who filed their federal income taxes early in this year’s filing season and reported certain state 2022 tax refunds as taxable income should consider filing an amended return.

IRS: Never mind the myths; find filing season facts at IRS.gov

IR-2023-76, April 11, 2023 — With the April 18 deadline quickly approaching, the Internal Revenue Service wants to debunk common myths with facts about filing taxes, finding refund information and adjusting withholding. 

IRS: Tennessee storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to July 31

IR-2023-75, April 10, 2023 — Tennessee storm victims now have until July 31, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. 

Treasury and IRS propose regulations identifying micro-captive transactions as abusive tax transactions

IR-2023-74, April 10, 2023 — The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service today issued proposed regulations identifying certain micro-captive transactions as “listed transactions” and certain other micro-captive transactions as “transactions of interest.” 

Treasury, IRS issue safe harbor deed language for extinguishment and boundary line adjustment clauses

IR-2023-73, April 10, 2023 — The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-30 providing safe harbor deed language for extinguishment and boundary line adjustment clauses as required by the SECURE 2.0 Act of 2022. Notice 2023-30 will be published in the Internal Revenue Bulletin on April 24.

IRS unveils Strategic Operating Plan; ambitious effort details a decade of change

IR-2023-72, April 6, 2023 — Following months of work, the Internal Revenue Service today unveiled its Strategic Operating Plan, an ambitious effort to transform the tax agency and dramatically improve service to taxpayers and the nation during the next decade.

IRS wraps up 2023 Dirty Dozen list; reminds taxpayers and tax pros to be wary of scams and schemes, even after tax season

IR-2023-71, April 5, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service wrapped up the annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams for 2023 with a reminder for taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals to watch out for these schemes throughout the year, not just during tax season.

IRS revises Form 8940, Request for Miscellaneous Determination, as part of ongoing efforts to improve service, allow electronic filing

IR-2023-70, April 4, 2023 — As part of ongoing efforts to improve service for the tax-exempt community, the Internal Revenue Service issued the revised Form 8940, Request for Miscellaneous Determination, and its instructions to allow electronic filing.

IRS issues guidance on eligibility requirement for energy communities for the bonus credit program under the Inflation Reduction Act

IR-2023-69, April 4, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-29 that describes certain rules that the IRS intends to include in forthcoming proposed regulations for determining what constitutes an energy community for the production and investment tax credits.

IRS: Arkansas storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to July 31

IR-2023-68, April 3, 2023 — Arkansas storm victims now have until July 31, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the IRS announced today. 

Dirty Dozen: Beware of abusive tax avoidance schemes

IR-2023-67, April 3, 2023 — Today the Internal Revenue Service closed out the 2023 Dirty Dozen campaign with a warning for taxpayers to beware of promoters peddling bogus tax schemes aimed at reducing taxes or avoiding them altogether. 

Special Saturday help from IRS available without an appointment on April 8 at multiple Taxpayer Assistance Centers

IR-2023-66, April 3, 2023 — As the April 18 federal tax filing deadline nears, the IRS today announced it will open many of its Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) around the country this Saturday, April 8, for face-to-face help. This special help is available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

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