"IRS Expands Free Online Tax Filing to 12 States, Benefiting Millions"
TL;DR
The IRS has launched the Direct File program, a free online tool for taxpayers in 12 selected states with simple W-2s and standard deductions to file their federal income taxes. The program, which also offers a Spanish version, aims to help millions of Americans file their taxes for free and without unnecessary fees or upselling. This initiative is part of the IRS's effort to provide a government service that could replace commercial tax preparation software and is available for federal income taxes only.
- IRS Direct File program for free online tax filing now available in 12 states KABC-TV
- A new IRS program is helping its first users file their income taxes electronically. And it's free The Associated Press
- Indy Explains: Which Nevadans can now file their taxes for free? The Nevada Independent
- A new federal tax filing option for South Dakotans KELOLAND.com
- 19 million people may qualify for free tax prep through the IRS this season. Here’s where they live CNBC
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