最新报道:The IRS announced plans to discontinue its free Direct File tax program after the 2025 filing season, citing high operational costs and limited user adoption. IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel stated the agency will instead focus on improving existing services like Free File, which partners with private tax software companies. The Direct File pilot, launched in 2024, allowed select taxpayers in 12 states to file federal returns directly with the IRS at no cost, but processed fewer than 100,000 returns during its debut season. Critics argue the decision favors commercial tax preparation firms, while supporters maintain it reflects prudent fiscal management of taxpayer resources.