A new publication is now available—a detailed e-Poster, Publication 6140, that explains how tax bills or refunds may differ this tax year due to changes introduced by the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. This information will be particularly valuable, as it provides clear insights into key additions and changes that may affect taxpayers’ taxable income or refund.
FS-2026-06, March 2026, IRS reminds taxpayers: Watch out for preparers promising quick cash, fast refunds under new One, Big, Beautiful Bill tax changes.
The IRS announced that registration is now open for the 2026 Nationwide Tax Forum.
The IRS webinar “Americans Abroad: Tax Obligations, Tax Relief, and Reporting Requirements” is scheduled for Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 2:00 pm EST. Click here for registration.
The IRS has announced a change to the EA-SEE testing vendor. Effective March 1, 2026, Prometric will no longer develop or administer the EA-SEE; PSI Services, LLC will develop and administer the exam moving forward.
Scheduling for the 2026 EA-SEE testing cycle opens May 1, 2026, with testing availability expected to begin rolling out July 1, 2026. For the latest updates and official details, visit the IRS Enrolled Agent News page. Tax professionals are encouraged to check back regularly for updates and additional information related to the upcoming 2026 testing cycle.
PSI, the selected 2026 vendor for the IRS, will be conducting item development to support the Special Enrollment Examination (SEE). PSI is looking for volunteers to serve as Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) on the Item Development Committee.
Volunteers interested in serving as an SME can speak with John Dundon (720-234-1177) or complete the IRS EA-SEE Program SME Recruitment Survey.
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Various deadlines postponed to March 31, 2026 |
Early Bird deadline is June 15
Early Bird registration for the 2026 #IRS Nationwide Tax Forum is open through June 15. The #IRSTaxForum is a great place to network with other #TaxPros, industry representatives, and IRS leaders. Learn more and register today: www.irstaxforum.com
Drake Tax Software has sent their customers the following information. All software companies will provide a similar service.
Beginning with Tax Year 2025, the IRS has made important updates to certain federal acceptance alerts. In some situations that previously resulted in a rejection, the IRS will now accept the return and issue an alert instead.
Two key updates include alerts regarding dependents already claimed on another return and potential delays for refunds issued by paper check.
Starting Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Drake Software will send an email notification when there is a new IRS acceptance alert for a federal return. Please review these notifications carefully, as some alerts may require additional taxpayer action.
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The Internal Revenue Service recently announced a new expansion of Tax Pro Account to help tax-professional businesses manage authorizations.
See this news release for more information.
You and your clients are encouraged to sign up for their IRS online accounts:
- Tax Pro Account: Publication 5533-A
- Individual Online Account: Publication 5533
- Business Tax Account: Publication 5904
To learn about future updates to Tax Pro Account, please subscribe to e-News for Tax Professionals.
December 2025
From Neki Cox, IRS Communications & Liason, Sr. Stakeholder Liason:
Season’s greetings to you and your team from the IRS. As we recognize the 10th Annual National Tax Security Awareness Week 2025, I ask for your support to promote key IRS and Security Summit messages that help protect taxpayers during this this hectic holiday season.
We recently recorded the IRS 2025 National Tax Security Awareness Week (NTSAW): How to Protect Yourself, Your Business and Your Clients video and posted it on the IRS YouTube Channel. The video explains clear steps you can take to reduce identity theft, prevent data breaches, and secure personal and financial information. Please share the video with your staff, colleagues, and members of your organization.
I also ask that you post the accompanying IRS social media graphics on your platforms. These messages remind individuals and small businesses to stay alert while shopping online, using email, and managing their financial accounts.
Your support will help amplify these reminders at a time when cybercriminals increase their attacks.
Other ways you can help:
- Post the following IRS social media and Security Summit messages:
- During National #TaxSecurity Awareness Week, #IRS and the Security Summit share the resources you need to recognize and avoid phishing scams all year long: www.irs.gov/securitysummit
- #IRS and the Security Summit warn that scams spike during the holiday shopping season. Take extra steps during National #TaxSecurity Awareness Week to protect your financial and tax information from identity theft: www.irs.gov/securitysummit
- #IRS and the Security Summit urge you to check with a trusted #TaxPro before filing any questionable tax claim circulating on social media. During National #TaxSecurity Awareness Week, learn to identify the red flags: www.irs.gov/securitysummit
- Repost the following tax tips:
- Use ready-to-use articles on your website and in your newsletters.
• Share e-Posters that include useful information and links.
• Partner with us for an event to share tax security information.
• Your partnership plays a major role in helping taxpayers avoid scams and protect their sensitive data. Thank you in advance for sharing these materials and supporting this important effort.
Need ethics CE? The IRS webinar “Professional Conduct in Tax Practice: A Circular 230 Overview” is scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 2:00 pm EST.
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Trump Accounts
Trump Accounts are a new benefit under the Working Families Tax Credits. With tax-deferred contributions up to $5,000 per year, this plan allows children to jump in the financial saddle early on. Learn more from the #IRS at https://ow.ly/KcUg50XBVuX
Tips
Delivering dinner? Many tipped workers may now qualify for a deduction under the “no tax on tips” provision. See more from the #IRS at: https://ow.ly/u3N550WZzVx
Senior
During a month full of traditions, the #IRS invites you to learn about something new. A tax deduction for seniors means eligible taxpayers 65 and older may claim up to $6,000 over the current additional standard deduction for seniors. See: https://ow.ly/A71K50Wq966
Farm Lenders
Certain lenders can now exclude from gross income 25% of the interest they receive from loans secured by agricultural real property. To learn more, check the #IRS guidance at: https://ow.ly/Pq4h50XBVw4
Car Loan
Santa may drive a hot rod as the song goes, and now he may also qualify for a tax deduction of up to $10K for the interest paid on a loan used to purchase a personal use vehicle. Learn more from the #IRS at: https://ow.ly/A71K50Wq966
Adopt
Our warmest holiday wishes to you and your family this year include a reminder that the One, Big, Beautiful Bill made the adoption tax credit partially refundable up to $5,000. Learn more from the #IRS at: http://irs.gov/obbb
Overtime
Workers who receive overtime pay in 2025 may qualify for a new deduction in the upcoming tax filing season. Learn more from the #IRS at: https://ow.ly/q3Oz50XvVVF
SALT
The One, Big, Beautiful Bill contains several new or enhanced tax deductions, including an increase to the itemized deduction for state and local taxes paid. Learn more from the #IRS at: https://ow.ly/67vE50XBVAe
Retirement
The #IRS has announced the 2026 annual contribution limits have increased to $24,500 for 401(k) plans and $7,500 for IRAs. Learn more about the rise in pension limits at https://ow.ly/ZCR550XBVCp
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No Tax on Overtime
Extra hours often keep workplaces running. In 2025, the #IRS has new guidance that may reduce taxes on part of your overtime pay, especially the “extra half” of time and a half. That’s a small change that can mean real savings. Learn more: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
Some workers see overtime pop up every single week. With the new 2025 rules, the #IRS walks through how to calculate the portion that may be deducted, even if overtime rates vary. See the examples: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
When your job blends roles: regular pay here, overtime pay there, etc., new #IRS guidance helps break out what may be tax free. Clear steps, simple math. See: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
Your pay stub might be the one of your most important documents this tax season. The #IRS recommends keeping overtime details so you know what part may qualify for a new 2025 deduction. Read the rules: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
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No Tax on Tips
In many service jobs, tips are a big part of the paycheck. For 2025, the #IRS has new rules that may let some workers deduct a portion of those tips, up to $25,000. It’s worth checking your records and W-2. Learn more: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
Some workers open their W-2 and see a year’s worth of tips already reported. Under the 2025 rules, the #IRS allows those reported tips to count toward a new deduction. A quick review of Box 7 can make a difference. Details: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
For many in hospitality, keeping a tip log is just part of the routine. In 2025, the #IRS uses those records to help determine “qualified tips” for the new deduction, even if some tips were reported later on Form 4137. See more: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
Many self-employed workers receive tips through apps where personal and business transactions are mixed together. The #IRS now recognizes logged tip amounts, even if the Form 1099-K doesn’t break them out. Learn what applies: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
Forms like the W-2 and 1099-K aren’t changing yet, so workers won’t see a special box for “qualified tips” or “qualified overtime”. The #IRS explains how to calculate the deduction using your own records and offers transition relief for workers in service jobs where tips are common. Learn more: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
Because 2025 forms aren’t adding new boxes for “qualified tips” or “qualified overtime”, Treasury and #IRS are letting workers use their own records to figure out the deduction; that means tip logs, pay stubs, and earning statements matter more this year. See details: https://ow.ly/6wfM50XwZnS
