Tax news
What changed, and whether it matters to you
Plain-English notes on IRS and Kansas tax changes that affect individuals, farms and small businesses.
Updated October 31, 2026. Headlines link to the original IRS or state release.
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IRS achieved historic performance in 2026 for American taxpayers, efficiently delivering new tax benefits to working families
The IRS announced record setting performance on behalf of American taxpayers in fiscal year (FY) 2026. Following the passage of President Donald J. Trump’s landmark Working Families Tax Cuts, the IRS collected the...
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Trick or treat? Don’t get tricked by tax credit scammers
Tricks may be fun for Halloween, but not when it comes to tax scams. Scammers can use misleading information about claiming certain tax credits to trick taxpayers into thinking they’re eligible, when they’re not.
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Preparing for retirement? Know how it can affect taxes
Retirement is a milestone in life that can also bring changes to a taxpayer’s tax situation. Understanding how retirement income is taxed can help taxpayers plan and avoid surprises.
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IRS reminder: Year-round tax planning can make filing easier
The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to take simple steps now to make filing easier and avoid tax-time surprises next year.
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IRS reminder: Take steps now to protect tax information
The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers to protect their information from tax-related identity theft by safeguarding their IRS online-account credentials and obtaining an Identity Protection PIN.
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Treasury, IRS update retirement plan correction program and establish correction program for individual retirement accounts
The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service today issued two revenue procedures that update the correction program for employee retirement plans and create one for Individual Retirement Accounts.
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Saving for retirement? IRAs are an option
Whether retirement is many years away or just around the corner, knowing available savings options is important for taxpayers to plan for their financial future. Individual retirement accounts are just one of the many...
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Temporary reporting and recordkeeping relief for certain fuel uses
The Internal Revenue Service today announced temporary administrative relief from reporting and recordkeeping requirements relating to taxes imposed by section 4041(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.
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Security reminders and tools for tax pros
It’s Tax Professional Awareness week which is a perfect time to remind tax professionals of ways they can protect themselves and sensitive taxpayer information. Here are some quick tips to do so.
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IRS announces 2026 Tax Professional Awareness Week, highlighting resources to help tax professionals prepare for the 2027 filing season
The Internal Revenue Service today announced Tax Professional Awareness Week, taking place the week of October 19th, which will feature webinars and practical tools to help tax professionals prepare for the upcoming...
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IRS has begun issuing automatic refunds to individuals who claimed Adoption Tax Credit carryforward from prior years
The Internal Revenue Service has already begun issuing refunds to more than 50,000 taxpayers who benefited from the adoption tax credit carryforward and expects the refund process for most eligible taxpayers to be...
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IRS provides dyed diesel fuel relief related to excise tax following President Trump’s Executive Order
The Internal Revenue Service today announced that, in response to the President’s Oct. 5, 2026, Executive Order, Emergency Tax Relief on Diesel Fuel, it will not impose a penalty when dyed diesel fuel is sold for use or...
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Treasury and IRS move to protect health care benefits for eligible Americans
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...
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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.
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KDOR Issues Tax Warrant in Johnson County; Seizes Assets
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IRS highlights partnership with UK tax authority’s new whistleblower program
The Internal Revenue Service today highlighted its partnership with the United Kingdom’s whistleblower program, which drew upon the IRS Whistleblower Office’s expertise to quickly get established.
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Taxpayer Bill of Rights series: Defining the right to a fair and just tax system
Fairness is an essential part of the federal tax system. Taxpayers have the right to expect the tax system to consider facts and circumstances that may affect their tax obligations, ability to pay, or ability to provide...
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IRS reminder: Cybersecurity Awareness Month offers simple steps to protect tax data
The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to take simple steps to strengthen online security during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.
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The IRS seeks community partners and volunteers to support free tax services
The Internal Revenue Service’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs are seeking volunteers and community partners to help provide free tax preparation services during...
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Fall has arrived, but the Security Summit summer series information is relevant year round
The summer days have passed, and with them, the 2026 Summer Security Summit series concluded as well. Recently, the IRS and its Security Summit partners wrapped up their annual five-week Protect Your Clients; Protect...
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New IRS app gives taxpayers a new way to access services
Taxpayers now have a new way to securely access IRS tools and account services through their mobile devices.
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KDOR Issues Tax Warrant in Sedgwick County; Seizes Assets
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KDOR seizes assets in execution of Hamilton County Tax Warrant