Direct File is supposed to provide millions of Americans a free and simple way to file their taxes without additional fees and upselling, said National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard.
ADRIANA MORGA Associated Press and FATIMA HUSSEIN Associated PressThe IRS launched its free Direct File tax filing program. Here's what you need to know about eligibility.
The Treasury Department estimates that one-third of all federal income tax returns filed could be prepared using Direct File and that 19 million taxpayers may be eligible to use the tool this tax season.
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