No new federal stimulus checks have been authorized by Congress or the IRS for 2026. The $1,776 "Warrior Dividend" is a one-time, tax-free payment specifically for active-duty troops and reservists.

You should still file by April 15 even if you can’t pay. Paying something now reduces penalties and interest. The IRS offers payment plans and hardship options. Many people absolutely hate Tax Day ...

You can set up payment plans and file for an extension if you still haven't filed your 2025 income tax return. The IRS has processed 87.5 million returns through March 27, down 1.1% from the same time ...

As the IRS moves toward digital-only payments under a Trump-era executive order, taxpayers should expect changes in how refunds are issued and payments are made. Here’s what’s changing. The IRS is ...

The last round of federal economic‑impact payments went out in 2021, and any new checks would require Congress to pass fresh legislation. In 2024, the IRS sent automatic payments to eligible taxpayers ...

WASHINGTON - The tax filing season is underway, bringing questions about refunds, stimulus rumors and federal dividend proposals. The IRS says refunds are running higher so far this year while warning ...