The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced an extension to the tax filing deadline for individuals and businesses in Florida and at least eight other states. This extension moves the deadline beyond the standard April 15th date. The reason for the extension is to provide relief to taxpayers affected by natural disasters that occurred in 2024 and 2025.
Taxpayers in designated disaster areas will automatically receive the extended deadline. This means they do not need to file any additional forms or contact the IRS to qualify. The extension applies to various tax obligations, including individual income tax returns, corporate tax returns, and estimated tax payments.
The IRS encourages taxpayers who are able to file and pay on time to do so. However, those affected by the disasters should take advantage of the extended deadline to ensure they can accurately file their taxes and avoid penalties. Specific details regarding the new deadlines and affected areas can be found on the IRS website. It is important to verify if your state or county is included in the disaster declarations to determine your eligibility for the extension.
IRS Extends Tax Deadline for Florida, Other States After Disasters
The IRS has granted tax deadline extensions for residents and businesses in Florida and several other states. This extension, pushing the deadline past April 15th, is due to recent natural disasters. Affected taxpayers now have more time to file their 2023 taxes and make payments without penalty. Check the list to see if your state qualifies for the extension.
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