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Taxes

IRS: Millions May Be Owed COVID-Era Tax Relief — Act by July 10

via IRS Taxpayer Advocate

Tens of millions of taxpayers penalized for late filing or payment during the COVID-19 federal disaster period may qualify for a refund or abatement under a 2025 court ruling. The IRS requires claims on Form 843 to be submitted by July 10, 2026.

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If the IRS charged you penalties or interest between January 2020 and May 2023, you may have money coming back — but only if you file before the July 10 cutoff.

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