The IRS has announced an extension for taxpayers in West Virginia and Kentucky due to weather-related issues in April. Residents in specific counties of these states will have until November 1 to file their taxes. The relief measures are aimed at helping those affected by the disasters that struck both states.
According to the IRS, Kentucky residents in certain areas, including Boyd, Carter, Fayette, Greenup, Henry, Jefferson, Jessamine, Mason, Oldham, Union, and Whitley counties, qualify for tax relief measures. This extension allows them more time to finalize their tax returns. Similarly, West Virginians in Boone, Brooke, Cabell, Fayette, Hancock, Kanawha, Lincoln, Marshall, Nicholas, Ohio, Preston, Putnam, Tyler, Wayne, and Wetzel counties also have until November to complete their tax filings.
The agency emphasized that individuals and many businesses in these areas now have until November 1, 2024, to file their 2023 tax returns and pay any tax due. This includes taxpayers in Boone and Kanawha counties who already had an extension until June 17, 2024, due to a prior declaration. The IRS is working to provide relief to those affected by the disasters in April.
Furthermore, the IRS mentioned that additional areas in Kentucky affected by the April storms, tornadoes, mudslides, and other disasters could also be included in the relief announcements. The extended tax deadlines apply to individual income tax returns and payments that were originally due on April 15, 2024.
IRS provides tax relief to West Virginians and Kentuckians
In a statement, the IRS highlighted the significance of this extension for the affected taxpayers: “This means that individuals and many businesses will now have until Nov. 1, 2024, to file their 2023 returns and pay any tax due.” The agency is committed to supporting those impacted by the weather-related issues and providing them with the necessary time to meet their tax obligations.
The IRS also indicated that it is monitoring the situation closely and may include additional areas in the relief measures as needed. This proactive approach demonstrates the agency’s commitment to assisting taxpayers in these states during challenging times.
In conclusion, the IRS’s decision to extend the tax filing deadline for specific counties in West Virginia and Kentucky reflects its understanding of the challenges faced by residents in these areas. This extension provides much-needed relief to individuals and businesses affected by the April disasters, allowing them more time to manage their tax responsibilities.