| Source | Chicago Tribune |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Jan. 8, 2026, 6:01 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Jan. 8, 2026, 6:01 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/08/tax-filing-season-start-date/ |
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WASHINGTON — Jan. 26 marks the official start date of the 2026 tax filing
season, when the IRS will begin accepting and processing 2025 tax returns. April
15 is the filing deadline to avoid penalties and interest.
Tax season is the annual period when taxpayers prepare and submit their income
tax re...