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2026 Inflation Adjustments for Health Savings Accounts Released (Rev. Proc. 2025-19)
The IRS has released the 2026 inflation-adjusted amounts for health savings accounts under Code Sec. 223. For calendar year 2026, the annual limitation on deductions under Code Sec. 223(b)(2) for a...
IRS Reminds Taxpayers and Small Businesses to Stay Vigilant Against Scams Year-Round (IR-2025-57)
The IRS has marked National Small Business Week by reminding taxpayers and businesses to remain alert to scams that continue long after the April 15 tax deadline. Through its annual Dirty Dozen li...
Marginal Production Percentage Depletion Rates Announced (Notice 2025-20)
The IRS has announced the applicable percentage under Code Sec. 613A to be used in determining percentage depletion for marginal properties for the 2025 calendar year. Code Sec. 613A(c)(6)(C) defi...
Earned Income Tax Credit Marks 50th Year Aiding Working Families (IR-2025-38)
The IRS acknowledged the 50th anniversary of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), which has helped lift millions of working families out of poverty since its inception. Signed into law by President ...
Applicable Terminal Charge and SIFL Rates for Determining Value of Noncommercial Flights on Employer-Provided Aircraft Issued (Rev. Rul. 2025-09)
The IRS has released the applicable terminal charge and the Standard Industry Fare Level (SIFL) mileage rate for determining the value of noncommercial flights on employer-provided aircraft in effect ...
IRS Urges Taxpayers To Review Withholding Early To Avoid Surprises Next Filing Season (IR-2025-52)
The IRS is encouraging individuals to review their tax withholding now to avoid unexpected bills or large refunds when filing their 2025 returns next year. Because income tax operates on a pay-as-you-...
IRS Whistleblower Office Unveils First Multi-Year Operating Plan To Strengthen Program Oversight (IR 2025-40)
The IRS has reminded individual taxpayers that they do not need to wait until April 15 to file their 2024 tax returns. Those who owe but cannot pay in full should still file by the deadline to avoid t...
AR - Tax holiday period announced
The annual Arkansas sales tax holiday will take place from Saturday August 2, 2025 through Sunday August 3, 2025. 2025 Sales Tax Holiday, Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, May 28, 20...
IL - Prepaid motor fuel sales tax rates beginning July 1
The Illinois prepaid sales tax rates for motor fuel during the period of July 1 through December 31, 2025, are:13¢ per gallon for mid-range ethanol blends;15¢ per gallon for gasohol (E15 only); and1...
KS - Local transient guest tax rate changes announced
Kansas announced local transient guest tax rate changes for the second quarter of 2025. Effective July 1, 2025, the transient guest tax rate is 5% in the City of Seneca. Transient Guest Tax Rates, Ka...
MO - Local tax rate changes announced
The following local Missouri sales and use tax rate changes take effective July 1, 2025. Also, new rates are listed for each county, city, and special district affected by the rate changes.County Chan...
OK - Adoption expense credit modified
The amount of Oklahoma's personal income tax credit for nonrecurring adoption expenses has been increased to 15% of qualified expenses. The credit will not exceed $3,000 for single filers and married ...
2026 Inflation Adjustments for Health Savings Accounts Released (Rev. Proc. 2025-19)
The IRS has released the 2026 inflation-adjusted amounts for health savings accounts under Code Sec. 223. For calendar year 2026, the annual limitation on deductions under Code Sec. 223(b)(2) for a...
IRS Reminds Taxpayers and Small Businesses to Stay Vigilant Against Scams Year-Round (IR-2025-57)
The IRS has marked National Small Business Week by reminding taxpayers and businesses to remain alert to scams that continue long after the April 15 tax deadline. Through its annual Dirty Dozen li...
Marginal Production Percentage Depletion Rates Announced (Notice 2025-20)
The IRS has announced the applicable percentage under Code Sec. 613A to be used in determining percentage depletion for marginal properties for the 2025 calendar year. Code Sec. 613A(c)(6)(C) defi...
Earned Income Tax Credit Marks 50th Year Aiding Working Families (IR-2025-38)
The IRS acknowledged the 50th anniversary of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), which has helped lift millions of working families out of poverty since its inception. Signed into law by President ...
Applicable Terminal Charge and SIFL Rates for Determining Value of Noncommercial Flights on Employer-Provided Aircraft Issued (Rev. Rul. 2025-09)
The IRS has released the applicable terminal charge and the Standard Industry Fare Level (SIFL) mileage rate for determining the value of noncommercial flights on employer-provided aircraft in effect ...
IRS Urges Taxpayers To Review Withholding Early To Avoid Surprises Next Filing Season (IR-2025-52)
The IRS is encouraging individuals to review their tax withholding now to avoid unexpected bills or large refunds when filing their 2025 returns next year. Because income tax operates on a pay-as-you-...
IRS Whistleblower Office Unveils First Multi-Year Operating Plan To Strengthen Program Oversight (IR 2025-40)
The IRS has reminded individual taxpayers that they do not need to wait until April 15 to file their 2024 tax returns. Those who owe but cannot pay in full should still file by the deadline to avoid t...
AR - Tax holiday period announced
The annual Arkansas sales tax holiday will take place from Saturday August 2, 2025 through Sunday August 3, 2025. 2025 Sales Tax Holiday, Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration, May 28, 20...
IL - Prepaid motor fuel sales tax rates beginning July 1
The Illinois prepaid sales tax rates for motor fuel during the period of July 1 through December 31, 2025, are:13¢ per gallon for mid-range ethanol blends;15¢ per gallon for gasohol (E15 only); and1...
KS - Local transient guest tax rate changes announced
Kansas announced local transient guest tax rate changes for the second quarter of 2025. Effective July 1, 2025, the transient guest tax rate is 5% in the City of Seneca. Transient Guest Tax Rates, Ka...
MO - Local tax rate changes announced
The following local Missouri sales and use tax rate changes take effective July 1, 2025. Also, new rates are listed for each county, city, and special district affected by the rate changes.County Chan...
OK - Adoption expense credit modified
The amount of Oklahoma's personal income tax credit for nonrecurring adoption expenses has been increased to 15% of qualified expenses. The credit will not exceed $3,000 for single filers and married ...

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