IRS Gives Victims of Hurricane Katrina More Relief
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IRS Offers Additional Tax Relief to Hurricane Katrina Victims
Summary:
The IRS has extended tax relief for Hurricane Katrina victims due to ongoing cleanup challenges and devastated areas.
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IRS, tax relief, Hurricane Katrina, automatic extension, tax help
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In a move to address the slow recovery efforts and widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina, the IRS has announced further tax relief for affected businesses and individuals. Taxpayers in the hardest-hit regions will now have until August 28, 2006, to file their returns, instead of the usual March or April deadlines. Additionally, the IRS is waiving all late-filing penalties for impacted areas, even if the new deadline isn't met.
This automatic extension is a supportive measure, but it only applies to the most severely damaged areas. In Louisiana, these include Cameron, Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Charles, and St. Tammany. In Mississippi, it covers Hancock, Harrison, and Jackson counties.
For those outside these regions but still affected by the disaster, the IRS is offering additional time to file taxes. To receive this extension, taxpayers must contact the IRS at 1-866-562-5227 or write "Hurricane Katrina" on their tax returns.
It’s important to note that ongoing business tax requirements, such as filing employment tax deposits for operating businesses, are not covered by these extensions. While you can delay your annual tax return, monthly and quarterly obligations remain if your business is up and running.
The IRS, often criticized, has taken commendable steps in supporting disaster victims. It has also provided guidance on amending past tax returns to claim losses and secure refunds. Compared to other federal agencies, the IRS has been proactive in delivering aid to Hurricane Katrina victims. This time, they truly deserve applause.
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