U.S. IRS Notes Smooth Start to Tax Filing Season with Timely Refunds

The U.S. IRS has issued a release noting a smooth start to the 2026 filing season with timely refunds. The release also provides guidance on providing banking information, even after a return is filed, for a faster refund.

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Tax filing season progressing smoothly with timely refund processing and a high use of electronic filing

WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service continues to deliver excellent service to taxpayers during the 2026 filing season with the rise in tax refunds, the sm…