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IRS Penalty Relief From Pandemic Deadlines | Washington DC News
The IRS is in a bind after a major court ruling in Kwong v. United States that could wipe out late fees, penalties, and interest for millions who filed or paid taxes late during the pandemic. Automatic extensions covered the entire COVID period — from January 2020 through July 2023 — and if the ruling stands, the government shouldn’t have charged anything during that time. You still need to file a claim using Form 843 — and the deadline is July 10, 2026 — so if you owe penalties or interest from that window, you might be eligible for a refund. The IRS plans to appeal, but the Taxpayer…
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