Wyoming DOR Tax Rate Changes and Legislative Updates
The Wyoming Department of Revenue's March 2026 Taxing Issues newsletter announces upcoming sales and use tax rate changes effective April 1 and July 1, 2026, in Laramie County, Casper, and Albany County. It also details legislative updates from the 2026 Budget Session, including the reorganization of use tax statutes into sales tax statutes.
Working Families Tax Credit Applications Open Feb. 1
The Washington Department of Revenue is opening applications for the Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC) for Tax Year 2025 on February 1, 2026. Eligible individuals and families can receive up to $1,330, with applications also accepted for prior years 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Working Families Tax Credit Applications Open
The Washington State Department of Revenue has opened applications for the 2025 tax year for the Working Families Tax Credit (WFTC). This program offers reimbursements of up to $1,330 and has already distributed over $491.4 million since its launch in 2023. This is the final year to apply for the 2022 tax year.
Washington State Unclaimed Property Day Awareness
The Washington State Department of Revenue is promoting National Unclaimed Property Day on February 1st to encourage residents to search for and claim their lost money. The department processed over 389,000 claims and returned $182 million last year, with an estimated 33 million people in the U.S. having unclaimed property.
Washington State Retail Sales Increase 3.9% in Q3 2025
The Washington State Department of Revenue reported that taxable retail sales increased by 3.9% to $63.4 billion in the third quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. This report details sales figures across various sectors and highlights performance in key counties and cities.
Auto Repair Owner Sentenced for Tax Theft
A Washington state auto repair business owner, Marlo Brown, has been sentenced to six months in jail for tax theft and filing a false tax return. She pleaded guilty to pocketing sales tax collected over four years and was ordered, along with her co-owner husband Phillip Brown, to pay back $36,875 to the state.
Vermont Tax Department Newsletter: Winter 2026
The Vermont Department of Taxes has issued its Winter 2026 newsletter, providing updates on tax year 2025 forms and instructions, reminders from Taxpayer Services, and information on business income tax form set seminars and FAQs. The newsletter also encourages subscriptions to future updates.
Vermont Dept of Taxes Summer Newsletter 2025 Legislative Highlights
The Vermont Department of Taxes has released its Summer 2025 Newsletter, highlighting recent legislative changes and upcoming events. The newsletter includes information on tax law updates, a tax symposium scheduled for October 21, 2025, and a new guide for restaurants.
Vermont Current Use Applications Transition to myVTax Portal
The Vermont Department of Taxes is transitioning its Current Use application processing from the eCuse platform to the myVTax taxpayer portal. This change aims to streamline submissions for new applications, transfers, agricultural certifications, and forest management reports, offering enhanced convenience and faster processing for taxpayers and officials.
Vermont FY2027 Education Tax Rate Forecast
The Vermont Department of Taxes has released its FY2027 education tax rate letter, forecasting an average increase of 11.9% for resident homeowners and the non-homestead tax rate. This projection is based on state law calculations and collaboration among state agencies. The letter highlights concerns about the cumulative impact of tax increases on families and seniors.
Vermont Personal Income Tax Returns Accepted Jan 26, Deadline April 15
The Vermont Department of Taxes announced that it will begin accepting personal income tax returns for tax year 2025 on January 26, 2026, with a filing deadline of April 15, 2026. The announcement also highlights expanded tax credits and exemptions for Vermonters, including increased child tax credits, expanded earned income tax credits, and new exemptions for Social Security and military retirement benefits.
Nebraska DOR News: USPS Postmark Changes
The Nebraska Department of Revenue issued a news release regarding recent changes to USPS postmark processing. This notice informs taxpayers about potential delays in mail delivery and advises them to account for these changes when filing tax documents.
Nebraska General Fund Receipts - January 2026
The Nebraska Department of Revenue has released its General Fund Receipts report for January 2026. The report details the state's revenue collections for the specified period, providing an update on the state's financial status.
Nebraska Personal Property Exemption Forms Due May 1, 2026
The Nebraska Department of Revenue has issued a news release reminding taxpayers that forms for the Nebraska Personal Property Exemption (Form 312P) and the ImagiNE Act (Form 1107P) are due on or before May 1, 2026. This notice serves as a reminder for businesses to file these tax incentive forms.
Nebraska General Fund Receipts - February 2026
The Nebraska Department of Revenue has published the General Fund Receipts for February 2026. This notice provides a monthly update on the state's revenue collections.
New Mexico Property Tax Auctions for Delinquent Taxes
The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department announced delinquent property tax auctions scheduled for March 2026 across seven counties. These auctions are for properties with taxes delinquent for at least four years. Successful bidders must pay in full at the auction.
New Mexico Tax Savings in FY25
The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department announced that tax cuts enacted under the Lujan Grisham administration saved New Mexicans $939.6 million in fiscal year 2025. These savings resulted from various tax programs, including reductions in gross receipts tax, expanded rebates, and new exemptions and credits for Social Security income, child income, and working families.
New Mexico Begins Electronic Tax Return Acceptance Jan. 16
The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department will begin accepting electronic income tax returns for the 2025 tax season on January 16, 2026, via the Taxpayer Access Point (TAP) system. This includes personal, corporate, fiduciary, pass-through entity, and S-corp returns, aiming to expedite refunds for taxpayers.
New Mexico Tax Code Cleanup Bill (HB 291)
The New Mexico House of Representatives passed House Bill 291, a tax code cleanup bill that clarifies various tax policies, addresses loopholes in the film tax credit, and modifies provisions related to technology jobs and research and development tax credits. The bill also allows the waiver of interest on tax deadline extensions and permits delinquent taxpayers in compliance with installment agreements to renew licenses.
New Mexico Income Tax Returns Due April 15
The New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department issued a reminder that state and federal income tax returns are due on April 15, 2026. The notice highlights available tax credits for low-income filers and directs taxpayers to online resources for filing assistance and refund status checks.
Missouri DOR Warns of Fraudulent Text Message Scams
The Missouri Department of Revenue issued a news release warning citizens about fraudulent text messages impersonating the DOR and DMV. These scams claim recipients have a 'Final Enforcement Notice' for overdue tickets and threaten penalties, aiming to steal personal or financial information.
Missouri DOR Warns of Phishing Text Scams
The Missouri Department of Revenue has issued a warning regarding a surge in phishing text message scams targeting Missourians. These fraudulent texts falsely claim to be from the DOR or DMV and threaten recipients with fines or suspension of privileges if immediate payment is not made. The department advises recipients not to click links or provide personal information.
Missouri DOR Accepts 2025 Tax Returns, Recommends E-Filing
The Missouri Department of Revenue (DOR) has begun accepting electronically filed 2025 state tax returns. The DOR encourages taxpayers to use e-filing and direct deposit for faster refunds and to avoid potential confusion with USPS postmark delays.
Maryland Comptroller Branch Offices Closure Due to Weather
The Maryland Comptroller announced that all branch offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to inclement weather. The agency's call centers will remain open, and virtual tax appointments will proceed as scheduled.
Maryland BPW Approves $248 Million in State Spending
The Maryland Board of Public Works approved over $248 million in state spending, including a $500,000 modification for educational assessments for students with disabilities. The Comptroller's office also highlighted the opening of tax season, the transition to a new tax processing system, and available taxpayer assistance options.
Maryland Unclaimed Property Day Encourages Searches
Maryland Comptroller Brooke E. Lierman and Governor Wes Moore are urging Marylanders to search for unclaimed property in observance of Unclaimed Property Day on February 1, 2026. The state has returned $121 million in unclaimed property during Fiscal Year 2025 and highlights a new, easier-to-use online system implemented in October 2025.
Comptroller Warns of Tax Scams Ahead of Season
The Comptroller of Maryland is warning taxpayers about fraudulent notices and tax scams ahead of the upcoming tax season. The agency reported blocking over 15,000 fraudulent returns and over $42 million in fraudulent refunds last year.
Maryland Tax Season Opens
The Maryland Comptroller announced the opening of the 2026 tax filing season, encouraging electronic filing for faster refunds. The agency expects to begin issuing refunds starting February 2, 2026, and will continue outreach for tax credits like the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit.
Louisiana Income Tax Filing Begins
The Louisiana Department of Revenue announced that state individual income tax filing for the 2025 tax year will begin on Monday, January 26, 2026. Taxpayers can file electronically via the LaTAP portal or use commercial software and printed forms. Refunds are expected within four weeks for electronic filers and eight weeks for paper filers.
Louisiana Expands Electronic Filing Mandate for Business Taxes
The Louisiana Department of Revenue is expanding its electronic filing and payment mandate for business taxes, effective January 1, 2026. This expansion includes most sales and use taxes, all withholding taxes, and certain informational returns, requiring taxpayers to use the Louisiana Taxpayer Access Point (LaTAP) portal.
Monroe Tax Preparer Arrested for Fraud
The Louisiana Department of Revenue announced the arrest of Felicia Ann Jackson, a Monroe tax preparer, on felony charges related to a scheme to steal state income tax refunds. Jackson is accused of submitting fraudulent documents on behalf of nine clients, attempting to steal over $35,000 in refunds.
Louisiana Tax Relief for Winter Storm
The Louisiana Department of Revenue is providing automatic filing and payment extensions to individual and business taxpayers affected by Winter Storm Fern in January 2026. The extensions apply to various tax types for affected taxpayers in federally declared disaster areas, with an extended deadline of March 31, 2026.
USPS Postmark Changes May Affect Louisiana Tax Filings
The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) is alerting taxpayers to changes in USPS postmark application, which may cause mailed tax filings and payments to be considered late. LDR recommends electronic filing and payment via LaTAP to avoid potential penalties and interest.
Kansas Food Sales Tax Credit Sunsets End of 2024
The Kansas Department of Revenue issued a notice stating that the food sales tax credit for individual income taxpayers has sunsetted at the end of the 2024 tax year. This change, enacted by House Bill 2106 during the 2022 Legislative Session, means the credit can no longer be claimed on tax year 2025 returns or subsequent years.
KS DOR Tax Rate Decreases Contingent on Revenue
The Kansas Department of Revenue issued Notice 25-06 detailing new provisions from Senate Bill 269, which allows for future income and privilege tax rate decreases. These reductions are contingent on state revenues exceeding inflation-adjusted base year revenues and maintaining specific levels in the budget stabilization fund. The notice indicates that for FY 2025, revenues did not meet the threshold for a rate reduction.
Kansas Household Income Definition for Senior/Veteran Property Tax Relief
The Kansas Department of Revenue issued Notice 25-05 clarifying the definition of 'household income' for senior and disabled veteran property tax relief claims. House Bill 2231 amended K.S.A. 79-4508a to define household income as total Kansas adjusted gross income for tax year 2025 and thereafter.
Kansas Historic Preservation Credit Changes
The Kansas Department of Revenue has issued Notice 25-04 detailing changes to the Historic Preservation Credit, effective July 1, 2025. Senate Bill 227 amends tax law to adjust credit percentages based on location and expenditure amounts for historic structure restoration. The Department may also reduce credits to offset delinquent taxes.
Kansas Tax Changes: Personal Exemptions and Head of Household
The Kansas Department of Revenue has issued Notice 25-07 detailing changes to individual income tax personal exemptions resulting from House Bills 2231 and 2062 passed in the 2025 Legislative Session. These changes include a new $2,320 exemption for head of household filers, an increased exemption for 100% disabled veterans, and an exemption for qualifying dependents born or stillborn during the taxable year.
Cancel VAT Registration Guidance
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has updated guidance on how businesses can cancel their VAT registration, either online or by post. The guidance details the process, including the use of specific forms like VAT 7 and VAT 50-51 for VAT group registrations, and clarifies when cancellation applies, particularly concerning asset sales.
ATED Statistics Release Date Announcement
HM Revenue & Customs announced that the Annual Tax on Enveloped Dwellings (ATED) statistics will be released on March 31, 2026. The statistics will include totals and breakdowns of ATED receipts and relief claims.
Mandatory Tax Adviser Registration with HMRC
HMRC will implement mandatory registration for tax advisers paid to interact with HMRC on behalf of clients starting May 18, 2026. This change replaces the current registration process and requires advisers to register through a new single digital system and meet specific conditions.
HMRC Tax Receipts and National Insurance Contributions Statistics
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has announced the upcoming release of UK tax receipts and National Insurance contributions statistics. The announcement provides the release date and time for this official statistical report, which summarizes tax revenues and expenditures.
HMRC Directions for Employees on Job Expenses Relief
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) has published directions for employees on how to notify the agency of deductible job expenses and claim Income Tax relief. These directions are issued under the Taxes Management Act 1970 and the Income Tax (Pay As You Earn) Regulations 2003.
IRS Advice on Treaties for Branch Profits Tax on Hybrid Entities
The IRS has issued Associate Chief Counsel Advice (AM 2025-002) regarding the application of U.S. income tax treaties to the branch profits tax for hybrid entities. The advice clarifies the extent of treaty relief available for foreign entities that are fiscally transparent in their home country but treated as corporations for U.S. tax purposes, specifically addressing scenarios involving U.S. permanent establishments and U.S.-Country Y tax treaties.
IRS Guidance on Section 4960 Excise Tax Refund Claims
The IRS issued a Generic Legal Advice Memorandum (GLAM) clarifying that remuneration paid by a tax-exempt organization (ATEO) to a covered employee is subject to the Section 4960 excise tax on excess remuneration, even if the organization is part of an affiliated group with a covered health insurance provider. The GLAM states that reliance on prior reasoning that would exempt such remuneration is not a reasonable interpretation of the statute.
IRS: Carbon Offset Credits Must Be Included in Gross Income
The IRS Associate Chief Counsel issued guidance clarifying that operators of offset projects must include the value of carbon offset credits granted by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) in their gross income. This advice addresses the tax treatment of credits issued under California's Cap-and-Trade Program.
IRS Memo on Source of Gain from Stock Dispositions
The IRS issued Associate Chief Counsel Advice AM2024-005 clarifying the source of gain from certain stock dispositions for U.S. citizens who become bona fide residents of Puerto Rico. The memo addresses situations involving S corporations and partnerships, providing specific conclusions on whether such gains are considered derived from Puerto Rico sources for tax exclusion purposes.
IRS Memo on Periodic Adjustments and Arm's Length Standard
The IRS issued Associate Chief Counsel Advice Memorandum AM2025-001 to clarify guidance on periodic adjustments and the arm's length standard under Section 482. This memo updates prior advice and addresses how taxpayers can overcome periodic adjustments by invoking the general arm's length standard or best method rule.
IRS Legal Advice on Net Operating Loss Deductions
The IRS Office of Chief Counsel has issued legal advice regarding a taxpayer's application for a tentative refund based on a net operating loss (NOL) carryback. The advice addresses the taxpayer's NOL deduction claim, which stems from losses incurred by an S corporation and relates to a bankruptcy case.
IRS Legal Memo on Disclosure Statement and IRC Section 6103
The IRS issued Field Attorney Advice (FAA) GL-104768-24 addressing disclosure of partner personal information within partnership tax proceedings. The memo clarifies when sharing such information is permissible under IRC Section 6103, distinguishing between information received from outside the IRS and information generated internally.
IRS Memo on Statute of Limitations for 1120F SFR
The IRS Field Attorney Advice memo clarifies that a foreign corporation that incorrectly filed as a domestic insurance company (Form 1120-PC) but should have filed as a foreign corporation (Form 1120-F) will have the same statute of limitations as the incorrectly filed return. This applies even if the IRS files the Form 1120-F under IRC § 6020(b).
IRS Legal Advice: NOL Carryback After Spin-Off
The IRS Office of Chief Counsel issued Field Attorney Advice stating that a taxpayer should not be allowed to allocate cumulative income from certain subsidiaries to a successor entity after a spin-off transaction if those subsidiaries remained owned by the taxpayer. This advice clarifies that such an allocation would be an inappropriate expansion of the Separate Return Limitation Year (SRLY) limitation.
IRS Field Attorney Advice: LLC Units Transfer to Tax-Exempt Entity
The IRS issued Field Attorney Advice (FAA) regarding a purported transfer of LLC units to a tax-exempt entity. The advice concludes that the transfer lacks economic substance and should not be respected for federal income tax purposes, meaning partnership income allocated to the transferred interests is taxable to the transferors.
Green Rock LLC v. IRS: Notice 2017-10 Invalidated Under APA
The Eleventh Circuit affirmed a lower court ruling invalidating IRS Notice 2017-10, which identified certain syndicated conservation easement arrangements as "listed transactions." The court found the notice invalid under the Administrative Procedure Act for failing to undergo notice-and-comment rulemaking procedures. This decision impacts the IRS's ability to designate listed transactions through sub-regulatory guidance.
IRS Action on Decision: Backup Withholding Liability Statute of Limitations
The IRS issued an Action on Decision regarding backup withholding liability and the statute of limitations. The Fifth Circuit held that the limitations period for assessing backup withholding liability begins to run upon the filing of Form 1040 and Form 1099-MISC, even if payee TINs are omitted. The IRS disagrees with this interpretation.
IRS: CSX Corp. relocation benefits excludable under RRTA
The IRS has issued an Action on Decision disagreeing with the Eleventh Circuit's interpretation of the Railroad Retirement Taxation Act (RRTA). The IRS will not follow the court's ruling that certain relocation benefits paid by CSX Corp. were excludable from RRTA taxation as business expenses. This decision indicates the IRS's continued stance on taxing such benefits.
Tax Refund for Crude Oil Exports Under Export Clause
The IRS has issued an Action on Decision regarding Trafigura Trading LLC v. United States, addressing whether a tax refund is due for crude oil exports due to the Export Clause of the U.S. Constitution. The case concerns the constitutionality of the tax funding the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund.
IRS Action on Decision: Complex Media, Inc. v. Commissioner
The IRS has issued an Action on Decision regarding Complex Media, Inc. v. Commissioner. The decision clarifies that a taxpayer is bound by the form of a series of transactions as implemented, resulting in assets received having a carryover basis without a step-up. This action addresses the tax treatment of a Section 351 transaction and subsequent redemption.
IRS Revises State and Local Tax Deduction Worksheet for High AGI Filers
The IRS has revised the State and Local Tax Deduction worksheet for the 2025 Form 1041 instructions. The revision addresses an issue affecting filers with adjusted gross income over $500,000. Filers who previously used the old worksheet and now qualify for a higher deduction are advised to file an amended return.
IRS Updates to 2026 Form 1040-ES (NR) Reflecting Legislative Changes
The IRS has updated the 2026 Form 1040-ES (NR) to reflect legislative changes from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Key updates include changes to the qualified business income deduction, casualty loss deduction, itemized deductions, charitable contributions, certain credits, information reporting, and backup withholding.
IRS Guidance on Energy Credits for Prohibited Foreign Entities
The IRS has issued Notice 2026-15 providing interim guidance on restrictions for certain clean-energy tax credits for entities associated with prohibited foreign entities. This guidance implements statutory restrictions enacted by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, impacting eligibility for credits claimed on Forms 3468, 7207, and 7211.
IRS Updates 2025 Form 1040 Instructions
The IRS has issued post-release updates to the 2025 Instructions for Form 1040. These changes clarify the net income limitation for qualified tips and the definition of age 65 for enhanced senior deductions for taxpayers who die in 2025.
IRS Delays 2025 Original Issue Discount (OID) Tables Posting
The IRS has announced that the 2025 Original Issue Discount (OID) tables, typically released earlier, will now be posted in mid-2026. Further information regarding this delay and the eventual release of the tables is expected.
IRS Rev. Rul. 2026-07: 2026 Federal Income Tax Rates and AFRs
The IRS has released Revenue Ruling 2026-07, providing the applicable federal rates (AFRs) and adjusted AFRs for April 2026. These rates are used for various federal income tax purposes, including the determination of issue prices for certain debt instruments and calculations for low-income housing credits.
IRS Notice on Corporate Bond Yield Curve and Segment Rates
The IRS issued Notice N-2026-19, updating the corporate bond monthly yield curve, segment rates, and 30-year Treasury securities interest rates for February 2026. These rates are used for determining minimum funding requirements for single-employer and multiemployer pension plans.
IRS Notice Extends Temporary Relief for Digital Asset Identification Methods
The IRS issued Notice 2026-20 to extend temporary relief for eligible taxpayers using alternative methods to identify digital assets held by brokers. This extension allows for continued use of specific identification methods for digital assets sold or transferred during the relief period, building upon previous guidance.
IRS Seeks Comments on Electronic Payee Statement Furnishing
The IRS and Treasury Department are seeking public comments on potential modifications to the requirements for electronically furnishing certain payee statements. This includes evaluating current rules for brokers and considering broader applicability to other persons required to furnish payee statements.
California Wealth Tax Analysis: Temporary or Permanent?
The Tax Foundation analyzes a proposed California wealth tax ballot initiative, questioning its stated temporary nature. The analysis suggests that proponents believe it will become a permanent fixture, potentially influencing decisions of high-net-worth individuals to leave the state. The initiative aims to fund healthcare expenditures but has roots in prior permanent wealth tax proposals.
Utah Tax Commission Forms and Publications Revision Changes
The Utah State Tax Commission has updated its website to reflect changes in tax forms and publications. This notice directs users to the latest versions of these documents, including those for current and previous years, as well as specific sections for motor vehicle and property tax forms.
IRS Corrects Final Rule on Estate Basis Reporting
The IRS has issued a correction to a final rule concerning consistent basis reporting requirements for estates and persons acquiring property from a decedent. This correction clarifies specific aspects of the reporting obligations previously established in the final rule.