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Stay informed with the latest IRS news and updates specifically curated for current and former federal employees. This section covers critical changes to federal tax laws, FEHB and TSP tax implications, and IRS guidance impacting the civil service. Whether you are navigating your high-3 salary tax brackets or looking for the latest on federal pay raises and agency-wide policy shifts, find the expert analysis you need to manage your career and retirement effectively.

The IRS Is Targeting Federal Workers Over Unpaid Taxes — Here’s What You Need to Know

By Jessica Marine and Glen FrostJul 24, 2025 8:25 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment
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The IRS has stepped up enforcement efforts against federal employees with unpaid taxes.

IRS Finalizes Beneficiary RMD and 10-Year Rule on Inherited IRA

FedSmith.com author David FeiBy David FeiAug 26, 2024 7:10 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment
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New IRS regulations clarify controversial rules around required minimum distributions and inherited IRAs.

A Senior IRS Appraiser Played a Lot of Golf on Agency Time

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithJun 10, 2024 2:06 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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An IRS employee stationed in Hawaii found himself under an IG investigation for abusing official time and sick leave while working on his golf game.

IRS Tax Penalty Jumps to 8%; A Big Surprise is Coming to Millions of Americans

FedSmith.com author Brennan RhuleBy Brennan RhuleApr 24, 2024 8:25 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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Inflation has driven up tax penalty interest rates which may come as a shock to millions of taxpayers.

IRS Increases Business Mileage Rate for 2024

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDec 15, 2023 6:46 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

The IRS has increased the vehicle mileage rate for 2024 by 1.5 cents over the 2023 figure.

IRS Announces “Administrative Transition Period” for Catch-Up Contributions to TSP and Similar Plans

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 28, 2023 6:06 AM Categories Retirement, Pay & Benefits Leave a comment
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The IRS has revised a policy on catch-up contributions that will impact TSP contributions for many federal employees.

RMD Update…Again!

FedSmith.com author Thiago GliegerBy Thiago GliegerJul 27, 2023 9:21 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The IRS released updated guidelines for certain 2023 RMDs. Here is what you need to know.

IRS Ending Most Surprise Visits to Taxpayers’ Homes

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 24, 2023 4:21 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
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The IRS announced a new policy in which it will end most unannounced visits by its agents to taxpayers’ homes.

IRS Agent Used “Alias”, “Deception” to Target Ohio Taxpayer

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJun 26, 2023 10:37 AM | Updated: Jul 24, 2023 3:32 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

A Congressman is investigating an alleged incident in which an IRS agent used a fake name to enter an Ohio taxpayer’s home and threaten her with taxes not owed.

IRS Coming After Federal Employees Who Don’t File

By Christopher PascaleJun 21, 2023 9:22 AM | Updated: Jun 9, 2025 12:59 PM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

The author says that with a possible crackdown coming on tax delinquent federal employees, it is in their best interest to always file their tax returns.

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March 10, 2026

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F Fund $21.0610 -0.28% +0.86%
C Fund $108.7531 -0.20% -0.69%
S Fund $101.0151 -0.47% +0.60%
I Fund $58.5187 +0.89% +5.45%
L Income $29.5539 +0.03% +1.06%
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L 2040 $68.7557 +0.09% +1.43%
L 2045 $19.0318 +0.09% +1.47%
L 2050 $42.1781 +0.10% +1.51%
L 2055 $21.7795 +0.14% +1.63%
L 2060 $21.7770 +0.14% +1.63%
L 2065 $21.7745 +0.14% +1.63%
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