Tax Tip 2026-74: The deadline to file 2025 taxes is tomorrow

IRS Tax Tips Oct. 14, 2026 Issue Number: Tax Tip 2026-74 The deadline to file 2025 taxes is tomorrow The deadline for extension filers is Oct. 15, 2026. Most taxpayers who requested an extension to file their 2025 federal tax return have until tomorrow to file. Let’s go over some key reminders. An extension to file is not an extension to pay. Extension filers who owe taxes are encouraged to pay as much as they can. The deadline to pay taxes owed was April 15. Paying what they’re able now can reduce additional interest and penalties. There are options for people who can't pay their taxes in full, including applying for a payment plan on IRS.gov. Taxpayers can use the tax debt tool to find options for resolving their tax debt. They can also check their account balance online. File electronically and choose direct deposit. Taxpayers should file electronically and choose direct deposit for their tax refund – it's the fastest and safest way to receive their money. IRS Free File is still available until Oct. 15. Eligible taxpayers with an adjusted gross income of $89,000 or less in 2025 can use guided tax preparation software to prepare and electronically file their federal tax return for free. IRS Free File Fillable Forms is available to taxpayers who are comfortable preparing and filing their own returns. Regardless of income level, taxpayers can still electronically file their returns at no cost. Some taxpayers may have additional time to file. People in certain disaster areas, may have more time to file. Taxpayers affected by disaster and who have an Individual Online Account, may see personalized messages that highlight available disaster tax relief. Members of the military and their families may have additional benefits. Special deadline exceptions may apply for certain military service members and eligible support personnel in combat zones. Several resources are available for service members and their families who may be eligible for these exceptions. Additionally, MilTax, is a free tax resource offered through Military OneSource that generally offers free tax return preparation and e-filing software is available for all military members, and some veterans, with no income limit. This includes federal returns and up to five state returns. IRS Individual Online Account is helpful. Taxpayers are encouraged to use their IRS Individual Online Account to view account information and tax records, make payments and access other services that may help them complete their return. More information IRS Tax Tip 2026-71: New IRS app gives taxpayers a new way to access services News Release IR-2026-114: IRS2Go becomes IRS app, adding secure mobile access to selected Individual Online Account services Tax Tip 2026-63: The top 5 tips for extension filers News Release IR-2026-101: IRS reminder: Extension filers can use IRS Free File this summer Subscribe to IRS Tax Tips Back to top         Thank you for subscribing to IRS Tax Tips, an IRS e-mail service. For more information on federal taxes please visit IRS.gov. RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGES FROM THE IRS! Did you know you can now receive IRS bulletins directly on your mobile phone? Stay informed wherever you are with convenient text message updates. Some IRS topics like IRS Newswire and QuickAlerts are available for text subscription, giving you faster access to important information through a new, easy-to-use communication channel. Additional topics will be added throughout the year, expanding the information you can receive by text. Opt-in today to start receiving IRS text message bulletins and stay connected on the go. This message was distributed automatically from the IRS Tax Tips mailing list. Please Do Not Reply To This Message. Useful Links: IRS.gov Help For Hurricane Victims News Essentials What's Hot News Releases IRS - The Basics IRS Guidance Media Contacts Facts & Figures Around The Nation e-News Subscriptions The Newsroom Topics Multimedia Center Noticias en Español Radio PSAs Tax Scams/Consumer Alerts The Tax Gap Fact Sheets IRS Tax Tips Armed Forces Latest News IRS Resources Contact Your Local IRS Office Filing Your Taxes Forms & Instructions Frequently Asked Questions Taxpayer Advocate Service Where to File IRS Social Media

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Recent Development for Tax Products

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Recent Developments for Tax Products 10/14/2026
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IR-2026-121:Treasury and IRS Move to Protect Health Care Benefits for Eligible Americans

IRS Newswire October 14, 2026 Issue Number:    IR-2026-121 Inside This Issue Treasury and IRS Move to Protect Health Care Benefits for Eligible Americans Proposed Rules Implement Working Families Tax Cuts Reforms to Prevent Fraud and Abuse of the Premium Tax Credit IR-2026-121, Oct. 14, 2026 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service issued proposed regulations to implement President Trump’s Working Families Tax Cuts reforms to the Premium Tax Credit (PTC), a refundable tax credit that helps eligible American taxpayers afford health insurance purchased through the Health Insurance Exchanges. “Hardworking American taxpayers should not be forced to subsidize health care for people who are ineligible under federal law,” said Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. “Today’s proposed rules implement the common-sense reforms enacted by the Working Families Tax Cuts to close eligibility loopholes and ensure taxpayer-funded Premium Tax Credits are reserved for eligible Americans. Under President Trump, this Administration is cracking down on fraud and corruption; holding bad actors accountable; lowering health care costs for Americans; and restoring integrity to our tax code and health care system.” "The proposed rules protect eligible taxpayers while strengthening the integrity of the Premium Tax Credit," said IRS Chief Executive Officer Frank J. Bisignano. "The enhanced verification measures are designed to curb improper claims, ensuring these vital tax benefits go strictly to the hardworking Americans who qualify for them." “The Trump Administration’s whole-of-government approach to fighting fraud, waste, and abuse is built on the idea that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” said CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz. “Ensuring health programs serve only those who are eligible is one of the most effective ways to protect these programs and the taxpayers who support them. With today’s proposed rules, the Treasury Department is taking another step forward in our collaborative effort to protect taxpayer dollars by shutting down waste and fraud before a single dollar leaves the building.” Protecting taxpayer-funded benefits for eligible Americans The proposed rules put the Working Families Tax Cuts’ Premium Tax Credit reforms into effect which strengthen eligibility checks, close gaps in the verification process, and help ensure taxpayer-funded subsidies go only to eligible American taxpayers.   The Trump Administration’s Task Force to Eliminate Fraud exposed the need for stronger safeguards to protect the integrity of the Federal Marketplace. As part of that work, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the removal of more than 760,000 unverified “phantom” enrollees from the rolls of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), resulting in $2.2 billion in savings and sending nearly 1 million Americans $500 each who had been overcharged for their Obamacare coverage by the Biden Administration. The Treasury and IRS proposed rules: Strengthen Eligibility Standards: Beginning in 2027, ensures taxpayer-funded health insurance subsidies go only to Americans who qualify under federal law. Protect Taxpayer Benefits for Eligible Americans: Restricts PTC eligibility to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, and certain lawfully present noncitizens. Close Verification Gaps: Applies common sense PTC eligibility checks and adds new verification criteria for any advance PTC payments. The proposed regulations are available in the Federal Register. The changes to Exchange procedures and operations necessary to implement the verification requirements are expected to be addressed in parallel proposed regulations issued by HHS under related provisions of the same statute.   Back to Top         Thank you for subscribing to the IRS Newswire, an IRS e-mail service. RECEIVE TEXT MESSAGES FROM THE IRS! Did you know you can now receive IRS bulletins directly on your mobile phone? Stay informed wherever you are with convenient text message updates. Some IRS topics like IRS Newswire and QuickAlerts are available for text subscription, giving you faster access to important information through a new, easy-to-use communication channel. Additional topics will be added throughout the year, expanding the information you can receive by text. Opt-in today to start receiving IRS text message bulletins and stay connected on the go. 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Recent Development for Tax Products (Daily Summary)

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Recent Development for Tax Products – Daily 10/13/2026
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Scheduled Maintenance for the Affordable Care Act Information Returns (AIR) System

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QuickAlerts for Electronic ACA Information Returns October 13, 2026 Subject: Scheduled Maintenance for the Affordable Care Act Information Returns (AIR) System   The AIR Production environment for the User Interface (UI) and Application to Application (A2A) channels will be unavailable on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Eastern time. Please do not attempt to access the Production environment during the maintenance window. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please monitor the AIR System Operational Status page for any updates.   Back to Top Thank you for subscribing to QuickAlerts for Electronic ACA Information Returns, an IRS e-mail service. If you know someone who might want to subscribe to this mailing list, please forward this message to them so they can subscribe. This message was distributed automatically. Please Do Not Reply To This Message. e-file Resources QuickAlerts Library QuickAlerts Article QuickAlerts Brochure e-file for Tax Pros Software Developers IRS.gov Refund Information Other Useful Links Tax Professionals Forms and Instructions Partners & Stakeholders IRS Training and Communication Tools e-Services Disaster Relief Internal Revenue Bulletins

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