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The IRS launches Direct File, a pilot program for free online tax filing available in 12 states
After weeks of testing, Direct File, an electronic system for filing returns directly to the IRS is now available for taxpayers from 12 selected states.
Certain taxpayers in Florida, New Hampshire, Nevada, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Washington, Wyoming, Arizona, Massachusetts, California and New York can participate. Werfel said a component of the program that enhances filers’ usability is the live chat feature that allows taxpayers to interact with the IRS while they complete their taxes. The Direct File pilot is part of the agency’s effort to build out a new government service that could replace some taxpayers’ use of commercial tax preparation software, such as TurboTax.
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