IRS Tax Filing Season 2025

SOURCE www.npr.org
The IRS processed 11.7 million tax returns in the first week of the 2025 filing season. Taxpayers can track their refund status online. The agency recommends filing electronically for quicker refunds. Delay for Earned Income Tax Credit and Additional Child Tax Credit refunds. Direct File program expanded to 25 states for free tax return service.

Key Points

  • Taxpayers can track refund status online
  • IRS recommends filing electronically for quicker refunds
  • Direct File program expanded to 25 states for free tax return service

Pros

  • IRS processed 11.7 million tax returns in the first week
  • Taxpayers can track refund status online
  • Direct File program expanded to 25 states for free tax return service

Cons

  • Delays for Earned Income Tax Credit and Additional Child Tax Credit refunds