IRS Announces 2026 Tax Filing Season and Key Updates

TL;DR
The IRS announced January 26, 2026, as the start of the 2026 tax filing season, with new laws affecting taxes and credits, and provides online tools and resources to assist taxpayers in filing their 2025 returns by April 15, 2026.
- IRS announces first day of 2026 filing season; online tools and resources help with tax filing IRS (.gov)
- IRS announces when it will begin accepting 2025 tax returns Detroit Free Press
- 2026 tax brackets could mean a slightly bigger paycheck — what to expect CNBC
- Early birds can begin filing their taxes on Jan. 26 this year WTOP
- Will your tax refund be a 'hot mess?' Expert explains what to expect 13wham.com
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