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Senate to Vote on IRS Direct File Act Restoration

4/15/2026

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The Senate will vote on the IRS Direct File Act to reinstate free filing.
The Direct File service was eliminated by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration in 2025.
The Direct File service, launched in 2024, allowed Americans to file taxes directly with the IRS.
Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) will seek unanimous consent for the bill.
Support for the bill comes from more than 160 Democratic lawmakers.

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The Senate will vote on the IRS Direct File Act to reinstate free filing.
The Direct File service was eliminated by U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration in 2025.
The Direct File service, launched in 2024, allowed Americans to file taxes directly with the IRS.
Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) will seek unanimous consent for the bill.
Support for the bill comes from more than 160 Democratic lawmakers.