ByKelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes Staff.
We knew that it was coming, but now we know for sure: Direct File, the free tax e-filing option offered by the Internal Revenue Service, has been shelved by the Trump Administration.
This week, reports began flying that the IRS had notified states via email that Direct File won’t be available next filing season. One of the participating states has confirmed the existence of the email to Forbes.
The IRS did not respond to a request for comment and hasn't officially shared the news with taxpayers. But former users of Direct File could be in for a shock when they visit the IRS’ web site.
