Newsroom Search Historical Content - Any -No Keywords Newsroom Search Year - Any -20192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200820032002 Type - Any -Drop-inFact SheetInteractiveNews ReleaseOtherTax TipTax TopicTax Trails Search Include Archived Content 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. Dirty Dozen: Watch out for schemes aimed at high-income filers; Charitable Remainder Annuity Trusts, monetized installment sales carry risk IR-2023-65, March 31, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today cautioned taxpayers to resist questionable tax practitioners and independent promoters selling schemes aimed at wealthy taxpayers. IRS issues guidance and updates frequently asked questions related to the new clean vehicle critical mineral and battery components IR-2023-64, March 31, 2023 — The IRS today issued proposed regulations related to certain requirements that must be met for critical minerals and battery components for the new clean vehicle credit. Dirty Dozen: Watch out for Offer in Compromise ‘mills’ where promoters claim their services are needed to settle IRS debts IR-2023-63, March 30, 2023 — As part of the annual Dirty Dozen tax scams series, the Internal Revenue Service today renewed a warning about so-called Offer in Compromise “mills” that often mislead taxpayers into believing they can settle a tax debt for pennies on the dollar. Dirty Dozen: IRS urges tax pros and other businesses to beware of spearphishing; offers tips to avoid dangerous common scams IR-2023-62, March 29, 2023 —The IRS today warned tax professionals and businesses that they remain a top target for identity thieves and face threats from common scams on this year’s Dirty Dozen list. Dirty Dozen: Taking tax advice on social media can be bad news for taxpayers; schemes circulating involving tax forms IR-2023-61, March 28, 2023 — The IRS today continued the Dirty Dozen series with a warning on day seven about trusting tax advice on social media that can lure otherwise honest taxpayers and tax professionals into compromising tax situations. IRS: Mississippi storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to July 31 IR-2023-60, March 28, 2023 — Mississippi 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. Dirty Dozen: IRS warns individuals to stay clear of shady tax preparers; offers tips on carefully choosing tax professionals IR-2023-59, March 27, 2023 — The IRS today continued the Dirty Dozen series by cautioning taxpayers to avoid unscrupulous tax return preparers and provided important tips to find the right tax professional. IRS: New York storm victims qualify for tax relief; April 18 deadline, other dates extended to May 15 IR-2023-58, March 24, 2023 — New York winter storm and snowstorm victims now have until May 15, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. Dirty Dozen: IRS warns of scammers using fake charities to exploit taxpayers IR-2023-57, March 24, 2023 — On day five of the annual Dirty Dozen campaign, the Internal Revenue Service today urged everyone to be on alert for scammers using fake charities to dupe taxpayers, especially following major disasters. Important details to understand when the IRS might contact a taxpayer IR-2023-56, March 23, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service reaches out in multiple ways to educate taxpayers while ensuring it fairly enforces the nation’s tax laws. There are important factors to keep in mind about when the IRS may initiate direct contact with a taxpayer. Dirty Dozen: Watch out for third-party promoters of false fuel tax credit claims IR-2023-55, March 23, 2023 — As part of this year’s Dirty Dozen tax scams, the Internal Revenue Service today warned taxpayers to watch out for promoters pushing improper fuel tax credit claims that taxpayers aren’t qualified to receive. Dirty Dozen: IRS warns of scammers offering “help” to set up an Online Account; creates identity theft risk for honest taxpayers IR-2023-54, March 22, 2023 — The IRS today warned taxpayers to watch out for scammers who try to sell or offer help setting up an Online Account on IRS.gov that puts their tax and financial information at risk of identity theft. IRS revises frequently asked questions about Form 1099-K IR-2023-53, March 22, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today revised frequently asked questions (FAQs) for Form 1099-K, Payment Card and Third Party Network Transactions, in Fact Sheet FS-2023-06. Treasury, IRS issue guidance on implementation of advanced manufacturing investment credit IR-2023-52, March 21, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued proposed regulations that provide guidance regarding the implementation of The Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit, established by the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors Act of 2022, commonly known as the CHIPS Act. Dirty Dozen: Watch out for scammers using email and text messages to try tricking people during tax season IR-2023-51, March 21, 2023 — With the filing deadline quickly approaching, the Internal Revenue Service today urged everyone to remain vigilant against email and text scams aimed at tricking taxpayers about refunds or tax issues. IRS issues guidance, seeks comments on nonfungible tokens IR-2023-50, March 21, 2023 — The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today announced that they are soliciting feedback for upcoming guidance regarding the tax treatment of a nonfungible token (NFT) as a collectible under the tax law. IRS opens 2023 Dirty Dozen with warning about Employee Retention Credit claims; increased scrutiny follows aggressive promoters making offers too good to be true IR-2023-49, March 20, 2023 — In a further warning to people and businesses, the Internal Revenue Service added widely circulating promoter claims involving Employee Retention Credits as a new entry in the annual Dirty Dozen list of tax scams. IRS: Avoid processing delays and refund adjustments using these steps to prevent tax return errors IR-2023-48, March 20, 2023 — With only a few days remaining before the April 18 filing deadline, the Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers how to avoid common errors on their federal tax returns and help get possible refunds sooner. IRS addresses questions about medical expenses related to nutrition, wellness and general health IR-2023-47, March 17, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today posted frequently asked questions that address whether certain costs related to nutrition, wellness and general health are medical expenses that may be paid or reimbursed under a health savings account (HSA), health flexible spending arrangement (FSA), Archer medical savings account (Archer MSA) or health reimbursement arrangement (HRA). Tax Time Guide: IRS provides easy access to tax refund status with Where’s My Refund? tool; no need to call IR-2023-46, March 15, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers that the Where's My Refund? tool on IRS.gov is the most convenient way to check the status of 2022, 2021 and 2020 tax refunds. IRS2Go, the mobile app, offers another way for users to check their refund status. Werfel begins work as 50th IRS Commissioner IR-2023-45, March 13, 2023 — Danny Werfel began work today as the 50th commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service. Tax Time Guide: Using electronic payment and agreement options for taxpayers who owe can help avoid penalties and interest IR-2023-44, March 9, 2023 ― With the tax deadline approaching, the IRS reminded taxpayers they can avoid late filing and interest penalties by submitting their tax return and any payments due by April 18. For struggling taxpayers who can’t pay by the deadline, the IRS offers several different options to help. IRS reminder to many retirees: Last day to start taking money out of IRAs and 401(k)s is April 1 IR-2023-43, March 9, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded retirees who turned 72 during 2022 that, in most cases, Sunday, April 1, 2023, is the last day to begin receiving payments from Individual Retirement Arrangements (IRAs), 401(k)s and similar workplace retirement plans. 2023 supplemental application period now open for Low Income Taxpayer Clinic grants IR-2023-42, March 8, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced it will accept supplemental applications for Low Income Taxpayer Clinic (LITC) matching grants from all qualified organizations. The application period will run from March 7, 2023, to April 18, 2023. IRS begins new Digital Intake initiative; Form 940 scanning process off to strong start; other forms to start soon IR-2023-41, March 8, 2023 — As part of ongoing transformation efforts, the Internal Revenue Service announced today the successful expansion of digital scanning. IRS issues renewed warning on Employee Retention Credit claims; false claims generate compliance risk for people and businesses claiming credit improperly IR-2023-40, March 7, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued a renewed warning urging people to carefully review the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) guidelines before trying to claim the credit as promoters continue pushing ineligible people to file. IRS opens many Taxpayer Assistance Centers across the nation on March 11 for special Saturday hours and face-to-face help IR-2023-39, March 6, 2023 — The IRS will again open on Saturday at many Taxpayer Assistance Centers across the country on March 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. as part of its efforts to improve service this tax season. Additional Saturday openings are planned for April 8 and May 13. IRS warns taxpayers of new filing season scams involving Form W-2 wages; those filing fake returns face potential penalties, investigation IR-2023-38, March 3, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service issued a consumer alert today to warn taxpayers of new scams that urge people to use wage information on a tax return to claim false credits in hopes of getting a big refund. 2023 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums to be held in five cities IR-2023-37, March 2, 2023 — Registration for this summer’s 2023 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums is now open. The forums return to an in-person format in five cities across the nation for the first time since 2019. Taxpayer Advocacy Panel welcomes 8 new members dedicated to improving IRS taxpayer services; seeks civic-minded volunteers to apply for next year’s group IR-2023-36, March 2, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced the selection of eight new members to serve on the Taxpayer Advocacy Panel for 2023. Tax Time Guide: IRS reminder to report all income; gig economy and service industry, digital or foreign assets and sources IR-2023-35, March 1, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers of their reporting and potential tax obligations on income from the gig economy and service industry, transactions from digital assets, and foreign sources or holding certain foreign assets. Farmers and fishers face March 1 tax deadline IR-2023-34, Feb. 28, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded businesses with income from farming or fishing that have not already made their estimated tax payments to file and pay their entire tax due on or before Wednesday, March 1, 2023. IRS: May 15 tax deadline extended to Oct. 16 for disaster area taxpayers in California, Alabama and Georgia IR-2023-33, Feb. 24, 2023 — Disaster-area taxpayers in most of California and parts of Alabama and Georgia now have until Oct. 16, 2023, to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today. Previously, the deadline had been postponed to May 15 for these areas. Tax Time Guide: Things to consider when filing a 2022 tax return IR-2023-32, Feb. 22, 2023 — With the 2023 tax filing season in full swing, the IRS reminds taxpayers to gather their necessary information and visit IRS.gov for updated resources and tools to help with their 2022 tax return. IRS and Treasury issue final regulations on e-file for businesses IR-2023-31, Feb. 21, 2023 — The Department of the Treasury and the IRS today issued final regulations amending the rules for filing returns and other documents electronically (e-file). These regulations will require certain filers to e-file beginning in 2024. IRS and Treasury provide guidance for insurance providers on alternative minimum tax under the Inflation Reduction Act IR-2023-30, Feb. 17, 2023 — The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-20, which provides interim guidance for insurance companies and certain other taxpayers for the new corporate alternative minimum tax (CAMT) until the issuance of proposed regulations. Taxpayers can now upload more documents to IRS; new online option for 9 notices can help resolve issues faster IR-2023-29, Feb. 16, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service announced today that taxpayers who receive certain notices requiring them to send information to the IRS now have the option of submitting their documentation online through IRS.gov. Avoid the rush: Presidents Day marks peak time period for calls; use IRS online tools in February to avoid delays, get tax help IR-2023-28, Feb. 16, 2023 — With the nation entering a peak period for filing taxes, the Internal Revenue Service urges taxpayers to use online tools to get answers quickly and avoid phone delays during a traditional peak period for IRS phone lines around Presidents Day. IRS and Treasury provide guidance on the Qualifying Advanced Energy Project Credit IR-2023-27, Feb. 13, 2023 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today provided guidance following the enactment of the Inflation Reduction Act to establish a program to allocate credits for qualified investments in eligible qualifying advanced energy projects. Treasury and IRS provide guidance on energy projects for low-income communities IR-2023-26, Feb. 13, 2023 — The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today provided guidance to establish a program to provide solar and wind power to certain low-income areas under the Inflation Reduction Act. IRS announces new pilot phase for Compliance Assurance Process program IR-2023-25, Feb. 13, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced changes to the Bridge phase of the Compliance Assurance Process (CAP) program. CAP is a cooperative pre-filing program for large corporate taxpayers. Interest rates remain the same for the second quarter of 2023 IR-2023-24, Feb. 13, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced that interest rates will remain the same for the calendar quarter beginning April 1, 2023. IRS issues guidance on state tax payments to help taxpayers IR-2023-23, Feb. 10, 2023 — The IRS provided details today clarifying the federal tax status involving special payments made by 21 states in 2022. New IRS feature allows taxpayers electronically filing amended returns to choose direct deposit to speed refunds IR-2023-22, Feb. 9, 2023 — In the latest improvement for taxpayers, the Internal Revenue Service announced today that people electronically filing their Form 1040-X, Amended U.S Individual Income Tax Return, will for the first time be able to select direct deposit for any resulting refund. IRS Chief Counsel is hiring attorneys; multiple job openings posted to help enhance the taxpayer experience and address high-end noncompliance IR-2023-21 Feb. 8, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service’s Office of Chief Counsel today announced plans to hire additional attorneys to assist the agency in enhancing the taxpayer experience and addressing high-end, complex noncompliance. IRS announces special Saturday hours for face-to-face help; dozens of Taxpayer Assistance Centers open across the nation IR-2023-20, Feb. 6, 2023 — As part of a continuing effort to improve service this tax season, the Internal Revenue Service today announced special Saturday hours for the next four months at Taxpayer Assistance Centers (TACs) across the country. IRS introduces new service industry tip reporting program IR-2023-19, Feb. 6, 2023 — The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-13, which contains a proposed revenue procedure that would establish the Service Industry Tip Compliance Agreement (SITCA) program, a voluntary tip reporting program between the IRS and employers in various service industries. The IRS is issuing this guidance in proposed form to provide an opportunity for public comment. IRS Statement — Taxability of State Payments Feb. 3, 2023 — The IRS is aware of questions involving special tax refunds or payments made by states in 2022; we are working with state tax officials as quickly as possible to provide additional information and clarity for taxpayers. IRS issues guidance and updates frequently asked questions related to new, previously owned and qualified commercial clean vehicle credits IR-2023-18, Feb. 3, 2023 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued Notice 2023-16 that modifies the definitions of certain vehicle classifications for the new, previously owned and qualified commercial clean vehicle credits. 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. 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