As taxpayers eagerly await their refunds for the 2025 tax season, concerns are growing over potential delays linked to recent layoffs at the IRS. The agency has faced significant staffing reductions which might impact the timely processing of returns and refunds this year. According to reports, the IRS has sent out $16.6 billion in tax refunds just two weeks into the season, but as the season progresses, there are increasing doubts about the efficiency of the process. IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel acknowledged, ‘We are facing challenges that can affect our capacity to meet the needs of taxpayers.’ Taxpayers can check the status of their refunds online through the IRS’s ‘Where’s My Refund?’ tool, which provides information about the status of their refund from the moment it is submitted until it is deposited in their account. Additional resources and support are also available for individuals to understand their refund timelines and what they may need to do in case of a delay. Given the current climate, those anticipating refunds may want to prepare for possible holdups.
IRS Income Tax Refund Schedule for 2025: Potential Delays Amid IRS Layoffs
