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The IRS is drastically reducing its workforce and budget, impacting tax enforcement strategies and audit rates.

Some Americans can still claim pandemic-era stimulus payments, but only until April 15, 2024.

Over a million taxpayers can claim over $1 billion in unclaimed refunds if they file 2021 tax returns by April 15, 2025.

Billions in unclaimed tax refunds are available according to the IRS; many taxpayers miss out due to various reasons.

Taxpayers have until April 15 to claim Recovery Refund Credit for unreceived pandemic stimulus payments.

New York residents rank 12th nationally for average tax refunds, receiving about $3,339.

Refund amounts differ greatly by income, reflecting economic disparities among residents.

Musk's DOGE is creating a hackathon to develop a mega API for taxpayer data access.

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) aims to consolidate and leverage sensitive government data, raising significant privacy concerns.

Trump is replacing the IRS acting commissioner amid reported tensions within the Treasury Department.

DOGE is attempting to create a mega API for the IRS, but faces resistance over the tight deadline and feasibility concerns.

Elon Musk's DOGE plans to modernize IRS data access through a single API, pausing current projects and cutting significant funding.

NTEU vows to oppose IRS's plan to return employees to in-person work amid concerns over job cuts.

IRS management intends to end telework, prompting NTEU's commitment to defending worker rights.

IRS employees had flexible telework options before policies were tightened under Trump, raising concerns about performance and taxpayer funding.

Using an Identity Protection PIN can help protect taxpayers from identity theft during the filing process.

The IRS may end the Direct File service, limiting free tax filing options for residents.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren argues Direct File helps taxpayers, while Intuit and its allies want to maintain paid services that should be free.

This tax season has seen fewer filings and more extensions as the IRS struggles with staff cuts and internal conflicts.

Filing extensions does not extend the payment deadline; payments are still due on the original tax deadline.

Taxpayers in disaster areas may receive automatic extensions to file taxes, sometimes up to May 1 or October 15.

The I.R.S. faces staffing cuts and shifts in duties under pressure from political figures targeting its role.

House Republicans are proposing to disarm the IRS by prohibiting it from purchasing and storing firearms and ammunition.

The IRS will share tax information of undocumented immigrants under criminal investigation, raising privacy concerns.

IRS commissioner resigns over immigrant tax data-sharing deal with ICE.

The Treasury Department promotes two I.R.S. agents critiquing the Hunter Biden tax case amid a politically charged climate.

IRS whistleblower Gary Shapley is set to become acting commissioner amidst ongoing controversies over Hunter Biden's tax investigations.

IRS whistleblowers Shapley and Ziegler have been vindicated and promoted for exposing political interference in the Hunter Biden investigation.

The IRS has extended tax deadlines for certain states due to natural disasters.

Many franchises offer special promotions on Tax Day to alleviate the stress of filing taxes.

April 15, known as 'Tax Day,' emphasizes the importance of organization and awareness of personal financial changes when filing taxes.

Many can file taxes independently using software; accountants are essential for complex situations or business ownership.

It's crucial to verify an accountant's qualifications to avoid potential issues.

Tax returns going missing can leave individuals liable to the IRS, a scenario often overlooked by many.

Paying taxes with a credit card can lead to higher fees if not properly managed.

Use third-party payment processors for lower fees on credit card tax payments.

Cyber criminals exploit tax season to execute phishing schemes posing as the IRS, risking sensitive information for millions of Americans.

Mike exemplifies dedication as a long-term I.R.S. employee during tax season, maintaining routine and focus on customer service.

The IRS should collect unpaid taxes from its employees before pursuing payments from citizens.

One cannot avoid taxes; it's a certainty as Benjamin Franklin noted, alongside the inevitability of death.

Taxpayers can request a filing extension but must pay owed taxes by the April deadline.

IRS extends Florida's tax deadline to May 1, 2025, due to hurricanes.

The IRS faces significant supply shortages affecting employee well-being and productivity due to strict purchasing limitations imposed during the return to office.

Understanding reliable tax advice is critical to avoid audits and penalties.

Bad tax advice is prevalent, often spread through informal channels and social media.

The IRS is urged to enforce tax compliance among its employees due to significant unpaid tax amounts.

IRS considers sharing taxpayer data of undocumented immigrants with ICE.

Current IRS policy protects undocumented immigrants' data privacy amid immigration enforcement efforts.

IRS may share tax data with ICE to aid deportations, undermining taxpayer privacy rights.

Monte Burns was fired and reinstated within a month due to a court ruling, leaving him uncertain about his job stability.