"IRS Introduces Free Tax-Filing Pilot Program for Select Taxpayers: What You Need to Know"

The IRS is set to launch a new free tax-filing software pilot program called Direct File, starting as an invitation-only service for government workers before expanding to certain taxpayers in 12 states by mid-March. The program, which is part of the Inflation Reduction Act, aims to provide a simple, secure, and free filing option for eligible individuals with relatively simple tax returns. The pilot will include limited types of income, credits, and deductions, and will offer built-in live chat support with IRS assistors.