#Internal Revenue Service
‘Dirty Dozen’ tax scams: what to watch out for in 2025
The IRS has released its 2025 Dirty Dozen list, warning taxpayers, businesses and tax professionals about the most common tax scams that threaten financial security. From phishing emails to misleading tax credits, these schemes peak during tax season but can occur year-round. Here’s what to avoid:
IRS reminds taxpayers about Oct. 15 tax filing extension deadline
The Internal Revenue Service is encouraging taxpayers to file their 2023 tax year federal income tax return on or before the Oct. 15, 2024, deadline to avoid possible late filing penalties. People in disaster areas may have extra time to file.
IRS further extends tax relief for Maui wildfire victims, pushing 2023 deadlines to Aug. 7
The Internal Revenue Service further postponed until Aug. 7, 2024, various tax-filing and tax-payment deadlines for individuals and businesses affected by the Aug. 8, 2023, wildfires in Hawaiʻi. Previously, the deadline was Feb. 15, 2024.
IRS announces tax relief for victims of Maui wildfires
The Internal Revenue Service announced today, victims of wildfires in parts of Hawaiʻi that began on Aug. 8, 2023, now have until Feb. 15, 2024, to file various individual and business tax returns and make tax payments.
IRS warns people to be alert for scammers on Giving Tuesday and year-round
Being alert to potential scams will help protect personal and financial data that can be used in tax-related identity theft.
What is the IRS’ Recovery Rebate Credit and who qualifies?
The Internal Revenue Service has issued all third-round Economic Impact Payments. Any remaining stimulus payment people are entitled to on their 2021 income tax return can be claimed as part of the 2021 Recovery Rebate Credit.
Tax season begins Jan. 24 when IRS starts accepting 2021 returns
The nation’s tax season will start Monday, Jan. 24, when the Internal Revenue Service will begin accepting and processing 2021 tax year returns.
IRS Issues 430,000 More Refunds for Overpaid Taxes on Unemployment Compensation
The Internal Revenue Service recently sent approximately 430,000 refunds totaling more than $510 million to taxpayers who paid taxes on unemployment compensation excluded from income for tax year 2020. The refunds averaged about $1,189.
IRS: Drought-Stricken Farmers, Ranchers Receive More Time To Replace Livestock
Farmers and ranchers who were forced to sell livestock due to drought may have an additional year to replace the livestock and defer tax on any gains from the forced sales, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
IRS Launches New Address Update Feature for Child Tax Credit Payments
The Internal Revenue Service has launched a new feature allowing any family receiving monthly Child Tax Credit payments to easily update their mailing address using the Child Tax Credit Update Portal, found exclusively on IRS.gov.
1.5 Million Taxpayers To Receive IRS Refunds for Unemployment Compensation Adjustments
Due to the American Rescue Plan Act, another 1.5 million taxpayers will receive IRS refunds averaging more than $1,600 as the Internal Revenue Service continues to adjust unemployment compensation from previously filed income tax returns.
Maui Police Reminds Public to Be Aware of Telephone Scam
The Maui Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division reminds the public to be aware of recent telephone scams.
IRS Reaches Over 36 Million Families for Child Tax Credit Estimates
The Internal Revenue Service urges eligible families with children ages 6 to 17 to update their tax returns in preparation for the increase in Child Tax Credit advance payments starting July 15.
IRS Provides Overview of New Tax Provisions in American Rescue Plan Act
The Internal Revenue Service provided an overview of some of the key tax provisions in the American Rescue Plan Act, with several provisions affecting people’s 2020 tax return.
IRS Reminds Tax-Exempt Organizations to File Information and Tax Returns by May 17
The Internal Revenue Service issued a reminder that May 17 is the due date for tax-exempt organizations operating on a calendar-year basis to provide certain annual information and tax returns.
Treasury and IRS Automatically Extends Tax Day for Individuals to May 17
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service automatically extended the federal income filing due date for individuals from April 15 to May 17, 2021 for the 2020 tax year. The IRS announced that it will be providing formal guidance in the coming days.
Hirono Joins Colleagues to Introduce Federal Worker Leave Fairness Act
The Federal Worker Leave Fairness Act makes sure that no federal worker loses their leave when they are prevented from taking time off during a pandemic.
Gabbard to Vote on Coronavirus Funding For Small Businesses, Hospitals
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) is returning to Washington, D.C. tonight in preparation for anticipated votes on Wednesday for the next wave of federal coronavirus relief funding for small businesses and hospitals.
IRS Details Resources For Independent Contractors
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act are providing resources for independent contractors to help them cover their financial needs during the public health emergency.
IRS Warns of COVID-19 Crisis Scams
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will begin to distribute COVID-19 Economic Impact Payments in a matter of weeks.
