VT Dept of Taxes News

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.

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.