Individuals and Families

The IRS started issuing Economic Impact Payments in April. Keep the notice you received regarding your Economic Impact Payment with your 2020 tax records. These notices are mailed to each recipient’s last known address within 15 days after the Payment is made.

Anyone who does not receive a payment this year – including those who are not normally required to file a federal tax return will need to wait until next year and claim it as a credit on your 2020 federal income tax return. Taxpayers can claim the recovery rebate credit on their tax year 2020 tax return in 2021 if they didn't receive a payment or if their payment wasn't the correct amount.

You are entitled to paid sick leave, either to tend to your own health needs or to care for a family member.

Read the press release on paid sick leave.

IRS has several online resources to help taxpayers.

• Free File: Prepare and file your federal income tax return for free.
• Where's My Refund?: An online tool that will track your tax refund.
• Online Payment Agreements: Apply for a payment plan to pay your balance over time.
• IRS2Go mobile app: Check your refund status, make a payment, find free tax preparation assistance, sign up for helpful tax tips, and more.
• Online Account: View your tax balance and payment history.
• “What Ifs” for Struggling Taxpayers

See all Frequently Asked Questions, resources and guidance.