IRS Direct File Program Surpasses 100,000 Users as Tax Deadline Nears
Monday, 15 April 2024, 18:16
IRS Direct File Program Success
The IRS Direct File pilot program, available in 12 states, has seen over 100,000 users filing their returns directly on the IRS website. Interest in the program surged in the past few days, marking a significant milestone.
Free Tax Preparation Options
- Free File: A public-private partnership criticized for guiding users toward costlier options.
- MilTax: Provides veterans and military members with free return preparation.
IRS phone service has improved, and digitalization of taxes has increased with around 500 million visits to the IRS website during the filing season.
With a major agency overhaul underway, the IRS is focusing on increased enforcement and modernization efforts.
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