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IRS Launches Digitally Authenticated Tax Compliance Report (IR 2026-97)
The IRS launched a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report available through the IRS Individual Online Account. Taxpayers can obtain and download the report when applying for a job, a loan, a go...
The IRS launched a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report available through the IRS Individual Online Account. Taxpayers can obtain and download the report when applying for a job, a loan, a go...
Rates Used in Computing Special Use Value Issued (Rev. Rul. 2026-14)
The 2026 interest rates to be used in computing the special use value of farm real property for which an election is made under Code Sec. 2032A were issued by the IRS.In the ruling, the IRS lists th...
The 2026 interest rates to be used in computing the special use value of farm real property for which an election is made under Code Sec. 2032A were issued by the IRS.In the ruling, the IRS lists th...
IRS Creates New Office to Handle Conservation Easement Cases (IR 2026-95)
The IRS has announced a new Office of Conservation Easements to improve how conservation easement cases are handled and to provide more consistent tax administration. The new office will bring togethe...
The IRS has announced a new Office of Conservation Easements to improve how conservation easement cases are handled and to provide more consistent tax administration. The new office will bring togethe...
IRS Reminds Taxpayers to Protect Client Data With Written Information Security Plan (IR 2026-92)
The IRS and Security Summit partners reminded tax professionals to protect client data with a Written Information Security Plan. Under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, tax and accounting professionals are ...
The IRS and Security Summit partners reminded tax professionals to protect client data with a Written Information Security Plan. Under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, tax and accounting professionals are ...
IRS Warns Taxpayers to Beware of Charitable Donation Scams and Improper Deduction Claims (Tax Tip 2026-58)
The IRS has reminded taxpayers to be careful when making charitable donations because scams can lead to financial loss and incorrect tax deductions. The agency said scammers often create fake charitie...
The IRS has reminded taxpayers to be careful when making charitable donations because scams can lead to financial loss and incorrect tax deductions. The agency said scammers often create fake charitie...
IRS Reminds Taxpayers to Keep Records of Charitable Donations (Tax Tip 2026-57)
The IRS has reminded taxpayers who make charitable donations to keep complete and organized records of their contributions throughout the year. The agency said good records can make filing a tax retur...
The IRS has reminded taxpayers who make charitable donations to keep complete and organized records of their contributions throughout the year. The agency said good records can make filing a tax retur...
IRS Expands Business Tax Account With New Online Features (IR 2026-87)
The IRS has added new features to its Business Tax Account (BTA) to help eligible businesses and organizations manage their federal tax responsibilities online. The agency said users can now view mo...
The IRS has added new features to its Business Tax Account (BTA) to help eligible businesses and organizations manage their federal tax responsibilities online. The agency said users can now view mo...
IRS Highlights Role of Whistleblowers in Tax Administration (IR 2026-84)
The IRS has highlighted the important role of whistleblowers in exposing fraud, reducing the tax gap and strengthening compliance. The National Whistleblower Day, on July 20, commemorates the nationâ€...
The IRS has highlighted the important role of whistleblowers in exposing fraud, reducing the tax gap and strengthening compliance. The National Whistleblower Day, on July 20, commemorates the nationâ€...
IRS Increases Optional Standard Mileage Rate for the Remainder of 2026 (Announcement 2026-11)
The IRS has announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the remainder of 2026. Optional standard mileage rates are used by employees, self-employed individuals, and other taxpayers...
The IRS has announced an increase in the optional standard mileage rate for the remainder of 2026. Optional standard mileage rates are used by employees, self-employed individuals, and other taxpayers...
IRS Updates Premium Tax Credit Table, Required Contribution Percentage (Rev. Proc. 2026-26)
The IRS has updated the applicable percentage table used to calculate an individual’s premium tax credit and required contribution percentage plan years beginning in calendar year 2027. The percenta...
The IRS has updated the applicable percentage table used to calculate an individual’s premium tax credit and required contribution percentage plan years beginning in calendar year 2027. The percenta...
Final Regulations on QDOTs Issued (TD 10050)
Final regulations under Code Sec. 2056A have been adopted, applicable specifically to the estates of decedents that are passing property in a qualified domestic trust (QDOT) to (or for the benefit o...
Final regulations under Code Sec. 2056A have been adopted, applicable specifically to the estates of decedents that are passing property in a qualified domestic trust (QDOT) to (or for the benefit o...
IRS Reminds Businesses About Tax Rules for Seasonal and Part-Time Employees (Tax Tip 2026-53)
The IRS has reminded businesses that seasonal and part-time employees must generally follow the same federal tax withholding, Social Security and Medicare tax rules as full-time employees. The agency ...
The IRS has reminded businesses that seasonal and part-time employees must generally follow the same federal tax withholding, Social Security and Medicare tax rules as full-time employees. The agency ...
IRS Advises Newly Married Couples to Update Tax Information Before Filing Season (Tax Tip 2026-54)
The IRS has advised newly married couples to update their tax information before the next tax filing season. The agency said marriage can change a couple's taxes, so taking a few simple steps now can ...
The IRS has advised newly married couples to update their tax information before the next tax filing season. The agency said marriage can change a couple's taxes, so taking a few simple steps now can ...
IRS Explains Taxpayers’ Right to Challenge IRS Decisions and Be Heard (Tax Tip 2026-51)
The IRS has reminded taxpayers that they have the right to question an IRS decision if they believe it is incorrect. This right is part of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights and helps make sure taxpayers a...
The IRS has reminded taxpayers that they have the right to question an IRS decision if they believe it is incorrect. This right is part of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights and helps make sure taxpayers a...
National Taxpayer Advocate Releases FY 2027 Objectives Report to Congress (IR 2026-79)
The National Taxpayer Advocate has released the Fiscal Year 2027 Objectives Report to Congress, concluding that the IRS generally conducted a successful 2026 filing season despite significant operatio...
The National Taxpayer Advocate has released the Fiscal Year 2027 Objectives Report to Congress, concluding that the IRS generally conducted a successful 2026 filing season despite significant operatio...
CA - Business interest deduction fix and other cleanup enacted
California has enacted legislation that:decouples for personal income tax purposes from the federal limitations on IRC Sec. 163(j) business interest deductions enacted under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act ...
California has enacted legislation that:decouples for personal income tax purposes from the federal limitations on IRC Sec. 163(j) business interest deductions enacted under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act ...
FL - Guidance provided on new eFile and pay system for reemployment tax
Guidance is provided on the new eFile and Pay system for reemployment tax. On August 24, 2026, the Florida Department of Revenue transitioned reemployment tax filing and payment services to a new eFil...
Guidance is provided on the new eFile and Pay system for reemployment tax. On August 24, 2026, the Florida Department of Revenue transitioned reemployment tax filing and payment services to a new eFil...
HI - Relief available for taxpayers affected by Hurricane Lowell
Hawaii announced relief for taxpayers affected by Hurricane Lowell who may be unable to timely file their general excise/use tax (GET) or transient accommodations tax (TAT) returns and make timely pay...
Hawaii announced relief for taxpayers affected by Hurricane Lowell who may be unable to timely file their general excise/use tax (GET) or transient accommodations tax (TAT) returns and make timely pay...
IL - Rolling stock exemption does not apply to automobile repair services
Illinois issued a general information letter stating that the rolling stock exemption does not apply to transactions between automobile parts suppliers and repair shops to determine sales and use tax ...
Illinois issued a general information letter stating that the rolling stock exemption does not apply to transactions between automobile parts suppliers and repair shops to determine sales and use tax ...
IN - October 2026 gasoline use tax rate announced
The Indiana gasoline use tax rate for the month of October 2026 is $0.238 per gallon. Departmental Notice #2, Indiana Department of Revenue, October 2026...
The Indiana gasoline use tax rate for the month of October 2026 is $0.238 per gallon. Departmental Notice #2, Indiana Department of Revenue, October 2026...
IA - Freight charges tax exempt
Petitioner is a contractor that designs and installs steel storage tanks. The storage tanks are shipped from the manufacturer to the building site, typically through an independent carrier. Petitioner...
Petitioner is a contractor that designs and installs steel storage tanks. The storage tanks are shipped from the manufacturer to the building site, typically through an independent carrier. Petitioner...
KS - Guidance issued on alternative fuel and ethanol retailer credits
Kansas issued guidance discussing legislation that:repeals the corporate income tax credit for alternative fuel motor vehicles and fueling stations on January 1, 2027; andestablishes new income tax cr...
Kansas issued guidance discussing legislation that:repeals the corporate income tax credit for alternative fuel motor vehicles and fueling stations on January 1, 2027; andestablishes new income tax cr...
MI - Reminder issued on home heating tax credit deadline
Michigan Governor, Gretchen Whitmer, has reminded taxpayers that renters and homeowners have until September 30, 2026 to submit a claim for the home heating tax credit. Applicants must meet certain in...
Michigan Governor, Gretchen Whitmer, has reminded taxpayers that renters and homeowners have until September 30, 2026 to submit a claim for the home heating tax credit. Applicants must meet certain in...
MO - Rule on determining whether a transaction is subject to sales or use tax updated
The Missouri Department of Revenue has updated a rule for determining whether a transaction is subject to sales or use tax to address the issue of merchandise shipped from a third party. Reg. Sec. 12 ...
The Missouri Department of Revenue has updated a rule for determining whether a transaction is subject to sales or use tax to address the issue of merchandise shipped from a third party. Reg. Sec. 12 ...
NY - Responsible person tax assessment cancelled because division of taxation issued wrong notice
The New York Division of Taxation could not assert responsible person liability by the issuance of a notice and demand for payment of sales tax due rather than a notice of determination. Here, the pet...
The New York Division of Taxation could not assert responsible person liability by the issuance of a notice and demand for payment of sales tax due rather than a notice of determination. Here, the pet...
NC: Guidance issued on weight-based snuff tax, alternative nicotine products tax, and inventory tax
Guidance is issued regarding recently enacted legislation, effective July 1, 2025, that changed the North Carolina excise tax rate methodology for snuff, imposed a new excise tax on alternative nicoti...
Guidance is issued regarding recently enacted legislation, effective July 1, 2025, that changed the North Carolina excise tax rate methodology for snuff, imposed a new excise tax on alternative nicoti...
TN - Mineral severance tax announced for Jackson County
Tennessee announced that Jackson County enacted a mineral severance tax rate of 20 cents per ton on certain minerals severed within the county, effective September 1, 2026. The rate applies to all san...
Tennessee announced that Jackson County enacted a mineral severance tax rate of 20 cents per ton on certain minerals severed within the county, effective September 1, 2026. The rate applies to all san...
WI - Municipality not entitled to full party status
The Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission has determined that when a person is not aggrieved by a decision of the Board of Assessors, the Commission lacks jurisdiction to hear their appeal. Municipalities ...
The Wisconsin Tax Appeals Commission has determined that when a person is not aggrieved by a decision of the Board of Assessors, the Commission lacks jurisdiction to hear their appeal. Municipalities ...
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