Taxes April 17, 2026
IRS Launches Online Tool to Help Taxpayers Settle Their Tax Debt
On the day following the April 15 federal tax deadline, the IRS promoted a new online tool to help taxpayers understand and resolve tax debt.
Taxes March 10, 2026
New York Lawmakers Propose Boosting Taxes on the Rich, Challenging Hochul and Aligning with Mamdani
A budget battle is unfolding in Albany as state lawmakers in their budget proposals unveiled a push for tax hikes on both wealthy individuals and corporations to supply New York City with more money.
Taxes March 10, 2026
5 Tax Changes to Account for Before Filing 2025 Tax Returns
Several provisions enacted in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which apply to the 2025-2028 tax years, may impact taxpayers’ returns. Here are five to consider before filing.
Taxes March 9, 2026
Booker to Propose Bill That Would Make First $75K in Earnings Tax Free for Married Couples
Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) plans to propose legislation Tuesday that would increase the standard deduction to $75,000 for married couples filing jointly.
Taxes March 9, 2026
Tax Refunds Are Up Nearly 11% So Far in 2026, According to IRS Data
For the week ending Feb. 27, the average refund was $3,742, up 10.6% over the average of $3,382 for the same timeframe last year.
Taxes March 9, 2026
AICPA Urges IRS to Expand First Time Abatement Program
In a letter to the tax agency, the American Institute of CPAs asked the IRS to expand the First Time Abatement program in order to cover more types of tax and information return penalties.
IRS March 9, 2026
IRS Extends Support Hours on Weekdays and Saturdays Through April 30
Taxpayers can check whether a nearby Taxpayer Assistance Center is offering extended hours by visiting IRS.gov to use the TAC Locator tool.
Taxes March 9, 2026
Washington State’s ‘Millionaires Tax’ Proposal Haunted by 1933 Court Decision
The Washington State Supreme Court's 1933 Culliton v. Chase decision spawned Washington's often-criticized tax structure, which relies heavily on sales and business taxes.
IRS March 9, 2026
Former IRS Agent Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison
Kathleen Mannion, 59, of Lawrence, MA, pleaded guilty last May to four counts of aiding and assisting in the preparation and filing of a false tax return and one count of theft of government money.
Taxes March 9, 2026
Senators Push Trump for $200B Tax Cut Without Congress; Experts Say It’s Illegal
U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Tim Scott, R-S.C., asked the Treasury Department to cut capital gains taxes on investors—and they claim the move does not need congressional approval.
Taxes March 6, 2026
Senate Democrat’s New Tax Proposal Could Change Paychecks for Millions
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-MD, has introduced a proposal that would eliminate federal income taxes for workers earning up to $46,000 and married couples earning up to $92,000, meanwhile adding a surtax on taxpayers earning more than $1 million.
Taxes March 6, 2026
Washington ‘Millionaires Tax’ Headed for Passage as Governor Says He’ll Sign It
Washington’s proposed new income tax for people earning more than $1 million a year appears headed for passage, with Gov. Bob Ferguson saying he’ll sign the latest version of the measure proposed by legislative Democrats.
Taxes March 5, 2026
Here Are the IRS ‘Dirty Dozen’ Tax Scams for 2026
With tax-filing season in full-go mode and with March 5 being National Slam the Scam Day, the IRS on Thursday announced its annual "Dirty Dozen" list of tax scams for 2026 that threaten the tax and financial information of taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals.