<div dir="ltr">FYI<br><br><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <strong class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">Congressman Jamie Raskin</strong> <span dir="auto"><<a href="mailto:MD08JR.Outreach@mail.house.gov">MD08JR.Outreach@mail.house.gov</a>></span><br>Date: Wed, Mar 8, 2023 at 8:16 PM<br>Subject: Tax Season Resources and a Virtual IRS Information Session with the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service Office on March 13, 2023 at 2:00 PM<br>To: <<a href="mailto:yasmin81065@gmail.com">yasmin81065@gmail.com</a>><br></div><br><br><div class="msg8622330842248029500"><div><u></u>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">Now that the 2023 tax filing season is upon us, I’m happy to answer some common questions about tax filing and the IRS, including questions about timing, credits, rebates and more. I know that filing your taxes might seem intimidating, but there are resources and guidance available that can help make tax filing more straightforward and manageable. I hope you’ll review my 2023 Tax Season FAQ guide below and join my office's IRS Information Session with a special guest from the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service Office on March <span style="color:black">13, 2023 at 2:00 PM</span>.</span>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'"><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fushr.zoomgov.com%2fmeeting%2fregister%2fvJIsdeCprDsrHgvIfi5gj86yP1sQgOR_k3I&redir_log=155691199807525" rel="noopener" target="_blank">REGISTER FOR MY VIRTUAL IRS INFORMATION SESSION WITH THE SPECIAL GUEST FROM THE IRS TAXPAYER ADVOCATE SERVICE OFFICE ON MARCH 13 at 2:00 pm ET</a></span></u></em><strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'"><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fushr.zoomgov.com%2fmeeting%2fregister%2fvJIsdeCprDsrHgvIfi5gj86yP1sQgOR_k3I&redir_log=155691199807525" rel="noopener" target="_blank"> and submit your questions </a></span></u></em></strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'"><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fushr.zoomgov.com%2fmeeting%2fregister%2fvJIsdeCprDsrHgvIfi5gj86yP1sQgOR_k3I&redir_log=155691199807525" rel="noopener" target="_blank">here or with the button below</a></span></u></em><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">.</span></u></em>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><em><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Please note: the IRS Taxpayer Advocate Service Office will only be able to answer questions sent in advance of the event. Please submit your questions at the registration link.</span></em>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">When is the deadline to file my taxes?</span></u></em></strong>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Most taxpayers have until <strong>Tuesday, April 18, 2023</strong> to submit their tax returns or to submit an extension to file. If you request an extension, you’ll have until Monday, October 16, 2023 to file</span><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'"> (but remember to request the extension!)<span style="color:black">.</span></span>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Where can I file my taxes?</span></u></em></strong>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Montgomery County offers free tax preparation services for low- to moderate-income county residents. Households earning $58,000 or less can </span><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.montgomerycountymd.gov%2fCashback%2f&redir_log=216162817276311" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1155cc">make in-person and virtual appointments here</span></a><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">. For those outside of Montgomery County, you can </span><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2firs.treasury.gov%2ffreetaxprep%2f&redir_log=508033901077264" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1155cc">find tax help services with this locator from the IRS</span></a><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">.</span>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">If you cannot file electronically, you may mail in a paper </span><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.irs.gov%2fpub%2firs-pdf%2ff1040.pdf&redir_log=313706641541270" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1155cc">Form 1040, U.S. Individual Income Tax Return</span></a><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">. Please note that addresses vary based on your circumstances, and that </span><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.irs.gov%2ffiling%2fwhere-to-file-paper-tax-returns-with-or-without-a-payment&redir_log=255434757372592" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1155cc">you can find the right one for you at the IRS website here</span></a><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">. </span>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Can I do anything to get my return as soon as possible?</span></u></em></strong>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Yes! To streamline the process, the IRS encourages you to <strong>file electronically as early as you can and opt for direct deposit</strong></span><strong><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'"> if you are receiving a return</span></strong><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">. This will help avoid any processing delays and ensure you receive your return in a timely fashion.</span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Do I qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)?</span></u></em></strong>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">The EITC can reduce the taxes you owe, and potentially increase your refund. Low- to moderate-income Americans may qualify for the EITC, and you can find out if that includes you with </span><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'"><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.irs.gov%2fcredits-deductions%2findividuals%2fearned-income-tax-credit%2fuse-the-eitc-assistant&redir_log=665020078172691" target="_blank"><span style="color:#1155cc">this tool on the IRS website.</span></a> Some tax credits including the Child Tax Credit (CTC), Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and the Child and Dependent Care Credit are returning to 2019 levels, so you may receive a smaller refund compared to the previous tax year. <span style="color:#1b1b1b;background:white">Visit </span><a id="m_8622330842248029500Credits and Deductions" title="Credits and Deductions" href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=Credits+and+Deductions&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.irs.gov%2fcredits-and-deductions&redir_log=326744542824299" target="_blank"><span style="color:#00599c;background:white">Credits and Deductions</span></a><span style="color:#1b1b1b;background:white"> for more details.</span></span>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1b1b1b;background:white">Do I qualify for the Premium Tax Credit? </span></u></em></strong>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1b1b1b;background:white">For tax year 2022, taxpayers may still qualify for </span><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black;background:white">the </span><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1b1b1b;background:white">temporarily expanded eligibility for the </span><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'"><a id="m_8622330842248029500The Premium Tax Credit - The Basics" title="The Premium Tax Credit - The Basics" href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=The+Premium+Tax+Credit+-+The+Basics&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.irs.gov%2faffordable-care-act%2findividuals-and-families%2fthe-premium-tax-credit-the-basics&redir_log=031704806516686" target="_blank"><span style="color:#00599c;background:white">premium tax credit</span></a><span style="color:#1b1b1b;background:white">. The PTC is a refundable credit that helps eligible individuals and families cover the premiums for their health insurance purchases through the Health Insurance Marketplace. </span></span>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">I bought an electric vehicle or installed solar panels in my home. Can I get rebates and tax credits to help me cover the costs?</span></u></em></strong>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><strong><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Yes! You may qualify for new rebates and/or tax credits thanks to the </span></strong><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.whitehouse.gov%2fbriefing-room%2fstatements-releases%2f2022%2f08%2f15%2fby-the-numbers-the-inflation-reduction-act%2f&redir_log=285253581547786" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1155cc">Inflation Reduction Act</span></a><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">. Democrats want to make it easier for you to make clean energy choices like purchasing an electric vehicle, installing solar panels, weatherizing your home and more. Check out </span><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#00b050"><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.rewiringamerica.org%2fapp%2fira-calculator&redir_log=261171533014355" target="_blank">the Savings Calculator from the nonprofit Rewiring America</a> </span><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">to see what new tax opportunities you qualify for under the Inflation Reduction Act.</span>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Why are there delays with my return?</span></u></em></strong>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">The IRS’s budget from 2010 to 2022 <a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.taxpayeradvocate.irs.gov%2fwp-content%2fuploads%2f2022%2f01%2fARC21_PurpleBook_01_StrengthRights_2.pdf&redir_log=062852307767704" target="_blank">was cut by nearly 20%</a>, even as the number of individual tax returns for the agency to process increased by 19%. The COVID-19 pandemic hit the IRS hard, with office closures and staffing issues creating a backlog of returns. The Inflation Reduction Act provided much-needed resources for the IRS to decrease this backlog, <a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fhome.treasury.gov%2fnews%2ffeatured-stories%2ftaxpayers-will-see-improved-service-this-filing-season-thanks-to-inflation-reduction-act&redir_log=637925624746961" rel="noopener" target="_blank">hire 5,000 new customer service staff to answer taxpayers’ questions</a>, deliver high-quality customer service, modernize IRS technology, and strengthen the public’s trust in the IRS. </span>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">The IRS cautions not to rely on receiving your 202</span><span style="font-family:'DM Sans'">2 <span style="color:black">federal tax return by a certain date when making purchases or paying bills. Although most returns are processed within 21 days, others may require additional review. </span></span>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><strong><em><u><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Where can I find more detailed information about the 2023 filing season?</span></u></em></strong>
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<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.irs.gov&redir_log=26085905822135" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1155cc">The IRS website</span></a><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black"> is a great resource for all things taxes. In particular, its </span><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fwww.irs.gov%2fhelp%2fita&redir_log=383553274603196" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1155cc">Interactive Tax Assistant</span></a><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black"> can answer more of your questions, helping you find out how much your standard deduction is, determine whether or not you can claim dependents, discover what tax credits you may qualify for and more. If your return is not processed within five months from the date of filing, please contact my district office for further assistance. </span></p>
<p style="margin:0in 0in 10.0pt 0in"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">Please know that my district office stands ready to help you communicate with the IRS, should any problems with your return arise. To get help with the IRS or any other federal agency, </span><a href="https://iqconnect.house.gov/iqextranet/iqClickTrk.aspx?&cid=MD08JR&crop=15338.15917682.5516015.8041741&report_id=&redirect=https%3a%2f%2fraskin.house.gov%2fhelp-with-a-federal-agency&redir_log=519985413183356" target="_blank"><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:#1155cc">please fill out the online request form at my website</span></a><span style="font-family:'DM Sans';color:black">, and my district office will be in touch.</span>
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<br><span style="font-size:10pt">2242 Rayburn House Office Building</span>
<br><span style="font-size:10pt">Washington, DC 20515</span>
<br><span style="font-size:10pt">Phone: 202-225-5341</span></td>
<td style="width:50%;height:68px;border-style:solid;border-color:#ffffff" align="center"><span style="font-size:10pt"><strong>ROCKVILLE OFFICE</strong></span>
<br><span style="font-size:10pt">51 Monroe St, </span><span style="font-size:10pt">Suite 503</span>
<br><span style="font-size:10pt">Rockville, MD 20850</span>
<br><span style="font-size:10pt">Phone: 301-354-1000</span></td>
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