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@oregon
.gov for info specific to you.
Congratulations to Alfreda Bales who celebrated her 60th anniversary with the Oregon Department of Revenue February 1. Bales is the longest serving state employee in Oregon history.
If you are filing a paper return, make sure it’s post-marked by April 18 or drop it in one of our new drop boxes by April 18. Drop boxes are located on both the east and west sides of the Revenue Building in Salem and outside our Eugene and Bend offices.
As directed by the Legislature in HB4157,
@ORRevenue
will begin distributing One-Time Assistance Payments of $600 to more than 236,000 qualifying households later this week. Payments will be received by direct deposit or by check by July 1. See more at .
For low- to moderate-income Oregon families, filing a tax return is the key step toward claiming a series of refundable tax credits that could mean thousands of dollars in their pockets. See more at .
Today is
#TaxDay
, everyone! Be sure to file your taxes before the deadline. Remember, filing your taxes is a civic duty and helps fund essential government services. Find filing information at .
Tax Day is just three weeks away. Don't wait. File your federal and state tax returns well ahead of the deadline and get your refund before the last minute crowd slows things down. April 18 will be here before you know it. Find filing resources at .
Oregon taxpayers who received unemployment in 2020 and have not yet filed their tax returns can do so now. See the news release at and the FAQ at .
#AmericanRescuePlan
Oregon will adjust returns for taxpayers who have already filed and are due
#AmericanRescuePlan
relief from income taxes paid on exempted unemployment benefits in 2020. See the news release at and the FAQ at .
The world’s best track and field athletes are coming to Oregon July 15-24 for
@wchoregon22
. This is the first time this event will take place on U.S. soil—don’t miss it.
#WCHOregon22
#NextStopOregon
. .
Oregon has joined the
#IRS
& automatically extend the income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year from April 15 to May 17. See the news release at . Additional guidance will be provided soon.
Today is Tax Day, the 2021 deadline to file and pay your
#taxes
. When you file, do it electronically for a faster refund. If you mail returns and payments make sure they are postmarked by May 17. See more information at .
Tax Day is just two weeks away. Don't wait. File your federal and state tax returns well ahead of the deadline and get your refund before the last minute crowd slows things down. April 18 will be here before you know it. Find filing resources at .
A tax preparer had this to say recently about
@ORRevenue
's Nika.
"(My client) was so nervous but your calm demeanor helped restore her sense of balance. If any of my other clients get lucky enough to experience an audit I hope it will be handled either by you or someone like you"
How much will your kicker be? You can use
@ORRevenue
's "What’s My Kicker?" calculator at to find out. Just enter your name, Social Security Number, and filing status for 2022 and 2023.
Tax Day is less than a week away. Don't wait. File your federal and state tax returns well ahead of the deadline and get your refund before the last-minute crowd slows things down. April 18 will be here before you know it. Find filing resources at .
Taxpayers often thank
@ORRevenue
employees for a job well done—like this note about Nonnie Gore (pictured below).
“I am very impressed with how quickly and efficiently you all helped me. Please thank the supervisor also for me! Well run department!”
When a taxpayer asked his legislator about the status of his 2019 refund, Rep. Stark asked DOR for help.
@ORRevenue
’s Stacy resolved the issue and Rep. Stark wrote back: “(The taxpayer) was SO excited to get a call from DOR with the status of his tax refund. He was so happy."
For information about the Earned Income Tax Credit and eligibility, visit the
#IRS
website at . For details on the OR Earned Income Credit, visit . Even taxpayers who aren’t required to file taxes could be eligible for both credits.
DYK anyone can use
#IRSFreeFile
to electronically request a tax-filing extension? If you can’t meet this year’s April 18 deadline, check out these
#IRS
tips: . . Find
@ORRevenue
info at .
Oregon is home to nine federal recognized tribes and is one of 13 states to recognize the second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples Day, joining fellow western states California, Alaska, Arizona and New Mexico.
All Oregon resident taxpayers preparing their own returns in 2023 can file electronically at no cost using one of Oregon’s free file options. See more at .
Taxpayers often tell us about the great service they received from our staff like this compliment about
@ORRevenue
’s Peer. “Peer has been an excellent person to work with. You should have him train others.” Good work, Peer.
#ThanksRevenue
Today is Tax Day.
Workers over 64 years old do not need qualifying children to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit or
#EITC
in their 2021
#IRS
tax return. See details at:
Don’t leave money on the table! If you worked or earned income in 2021, you may qualify for up to $6,728 back after filing taxes with the Earned Income Tax Credit. Visit to find free or reduced-cost tax help.
#EITC
@ORRevenue
’s Taxpayer Advocate provides expeditious service to taxpayers whose tax-related problems are not resolved through ordinary channels, including contact with customer service, legislators, or the Director’s Office. Find more information at .
A taxpayer wrote us about how Jackie & Anzhela were helpful. "I was so impressed with their knowledge & eagerness to help. This is the best state or federal tax department assistance I've received. Oregon must hire highly qualified people & train them well. Thank you so much.”
OR's Taxpayer Advocate has added a webpage providing an easy-to-understand summary of taxpayer rights. It has been translated into Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and Russian. See the video at . Learn more at .
Not required to file taxes? By filing anyway, you could receive up to $6,728 back. See if you qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit at and find free tax help at
#EITC
Today is NOT tax day.
Both the
#IRS
and
@ORRevenue
have postponed the filing deadline for individual income taxes until Monday, May 17. See more information at .
The Oregon Department of Revenue has an opening for a Deputy Chief Information Officer. Do you have what it takes? Check out the job posting details here:
Oregon’s Taxpayer Advocate is encouraging Oregonians to assist in the free preparation of taxes as part of the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance & Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs. See more at .
A series of frequently asked questions about the federal
#ChildTaxCredit
have been add to the
@ORRevenue
website. Go to our FAQ page at and search Child Tax Credits to learn more.
Oregon now has its own W-4. If you update your federal W-4, be sure to fill out an Oregon W-4 also to more accurately withhold for state taxes. To help you with your calculations, try our online withholding calculator:
As directed by the Legislature in HB4157,
@ORRevenue
will begin distributing One-Time Assistance Payments of $600 to more than 236,000 qualifying households later this week. Payments will be received by direct deposit or by check by July 1. See more at .
@ORRevenue
has corrected state income tax returns for eligible taxpayers who paid taxes on 2020 unemployment compensation before the were excluded from taxable income. If you are one of these taxpayers & have not received a refund or a notice by May 31, call us at 503-378-4988.
#IRS
is now issuing refunds for taxes on 2020 unemployment compensation that were paid before they were excluded from taxable income by recent law changes. Details at:
Handwritten notes are rare these days, but a taxpayer recently took the time to send one to
@ORRevenue
after talking to auditor Megan about the Oregon kicker. The Gresham taxpayer wrote: “Thank you again. Your explanation was very helpful.” Way to go, Megan.
#Thanksrevenue
Oregon’s Taxpayer Advocate is encouraging Oregonians to assist in the free preparation of taxes as part of the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance & Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs. See more at .
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The CAT team is conducting a video conference for business taxpayers and preparers in eastern Oregon. Thanks to the Oregon Society of CPAs for hosting.
@ORRevenue
has corrected state income tax returns for eligible taxpayers who paid taxes on 2020 unemployment compensation before they were excluded from taxable income. If you are one of these taxpayers & have not received a refund or a notice by May 31, call us at 503-378-4988.
#IRS
is correcting tax returns for unemployment compensation income exclusion. The first adjustments are for single taxpayers who had the simplest tax returns. This could result in refunds for eligible taxpayers being issued May through summer. Read:
E-filing is the fastest way to get your refund. Taxpayers who e-file & request their refund by direct deposit generally get it sooner than those who file paper returns. Find info on e-filing & free or low-cost tax prep at . HT to
@AZDORmedia
for the idea.
We've issued guidance on our decision to extend Oregon's deadline for tax filings and payments. Please note however, that for Oregon, estimated tax payments for personal and corporate income taxes are still due on April 15, 2020. More information is here: .
July is National Blueberry Month. Oregon blueberries rank 10th among the most valuable agronomical commodities in the state, valued at $171.1 million. With a harvest potential of more than 170 million pounds,OR ranks in the top-producing states in the nation for blueberries.
Happy
#InternationalWomensDay
! Now more than ever, we cannot stop working to support one another & ensure all women can thrive.
To all Oregon women: Celebrate your accomplishments today, and then roll up your sleeves, because we still have many more glass ceilings to shatter.
Oregon’s Taxpayer Advocate is encouraging Oregonians to assist in the free preparation of taxes as part of the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance & Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs. See more at .
A taxpayer recently told us:
“I want to extend a huge thank you to Jamie for being engaging with me via email & for providing me with clear explanations when answering my questions. It was very much appreciated and extremely helpful.”
#ThanksRevenue
Employers filing their Oregon quarterly tax report for 2023 will see changes that let them file all of their payroll taxes together. Review those updates when you log on to Frances Online.. ]
Oregon’s Corporate Activity Tax begins January 1, 2020. When do businesses need to register for the CAT? Find the answer on the CAT page of the Department of Revenue website:
#oregonCATfaq
#oregonCAT
Oregon will join the
#IRS
& automatically extend the income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year from April 15 to May 17. See the news release at . Additional guidance will be provided soon.
Oregon’s Corporate Activity Tax begins January 1, 2020. What exactly is the CAT? Find the answer on the CAT page of the Department of Revenue website:
#oregonCATfaq
#oregonCAT
E-filing is the fastest way to get your refund. Taxpayers who e-file & request their refund by direct deposit generally get it sooner than those who file paper returns. Find info on e-filing & free or low-cost tax prep at . HT to
@AZDORmedia
for the idea.
Tax Day is April 18. Don't wait. File your federal and state tax returns well ahead of the deadline and get your refund before the last minute crowd slows things down. April 18 will be here before you know it. Find filing resources at .
All Oregon resident taxpayers preparing their own returns in 2023 can file electronically at no cost using one of Oregon’s free file options. See more at .
Oregon will join the
#IRS
& automatically extend the income tax filing due date for individuals for the 2020 tax year from April 15 to May 17. See the news release at . Additional guidance will be provided in the coming days.
Disasters can happen anytime, anywhere.
#BeReady
by staying informed with local emergency alerts. Take a few minutes to register or update your information at .
#NationalPreparednessMonth
Studies show that women & people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the desired attributes. We want to find the best candidate and that may be someone who comes from a non-traditional background. Find job listings at .
More workers without children will qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit in 2021. Learn more about
#EITC
and other tax changes for 2021 in this
#IRSTaxTip
:
#IRS
Americans consume about 23 gallons of ice cream each year, on average. As the summer reaches peak temperatures in July, Americans celebrate National Ice Cream Month as a way to cool off. In 1984, President Reagan designated July as National Ice Cream Month.
Does the thought of filing your taxes make you break out in a cold sweat? Do you dread tax season every year? Taking a few easy steps in the next few weeks can make preparing your 2022 tax return easier in 2023. See for more.
We as a state & nation are forever grateful for our veterans. It is a debt we can never repay, & we must ensure that our veterans, service members, & their families have the support and resources they need. This
#VeteransDay
& every day, thank you for your service.
📸 pre-COVID
OR's Taxpayer Advocate has added a webpage dedicated to providing an easy-to-understand summary of taxpayer rights. I has been translated into Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and Russian. See the video at . Learn more at .
@ORRevenue
’s Taxpayer Advocate will identify issues or barriers to equitable and fair tax collection and note systemic issues and make recommendations to address them. Find more information at .
Not required to file taxes? By filing anyway, you could receive up to $6,728 back. See if you qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit at and find free tax help at
#EITC
We heard from 2 taxpayers recently who needed help finding info on the
@ORRevenue
website. They were very thankful for help Jimmie (left) & Jesse (right) provided when they called. If you need assistance email questions.dor
@oregon
.gov or call 503-378-4988.
#ThanksRevenue
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. To learn more, go to .
Thousands of Oregonians could still be eligible to receive an Economic Impact Payment. The IRS has designated today to encourage people who don’t typically file a tax return to register for an Economic Impact Payment. Help spread the word:
#EIPbyNov21
To get an Economic Impact Payment this year, people who don’t normally file taxes must register by 3 pm E.T. Nov. 21 using the free
#IRS
Non-Filers’ online tool. We have resources for you to share TODAY and before the deadline: 📢
#EIPday
Happy World Sight Day!
@ORRevenue
is celebrating by recognizing the beauty of sight and showing gratitude for our vision. Remember to take care of your eyes and get regular check-ups!
#WorldSightDay
#VisionMatters
#TimeToSee
Workers over 64 years old do not need qualifying children to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit or
#EITC
in their 2021
#IRS
tax return. See details at:
Milk is the official beverage of Oregon. According to
@ODNCouncil
, Oregon’s dairy industry includes 228 farm families & 31 processors providing over $1 billion in economic impact annually. Oregon’s 126,000 cows produce over 302 million gallons of milk a year.
#NationalMilkDay
More than 2,700 businesses have registered early for the Corporate Activity Tax. Registration required within 30 days of totaling $750,000 in Oregon commercial activity.
#oregonCAT
OR's Taxpayer Advocate provides an easy-to-understand summary of taxpayer rights. It has been translated into Spanish, traditional and simplified Chinese, Vietnamese, and Russian. See the video at . Learn more at .
@ORRevenue
’s Taxpayer Advocate will provide expeditious service to taxpayers whose tax-related problems are not resolved through ordinary channels including contact with customer service, legislators, or the Director’s Office. Find more information at .
Oregon’s Corporate Activity Tax starts January 1. When are estimated payments for the Corporate Activity Tax required? Find the answer on the CAT page of the Department of Revenue website:
#oregonCATfaq
#oregonCAT
Monday, April 15 is the deadline to file your state and federal taxes! If you need free or low cost tax prep services, check out our webpage for more information:
Taxpayer offers thanks.
“I actually had a phone conversation with a representative by the name of Wendi & she was SUPER HELPFUL in getting me to the right place on the website so I could print out my 1099G. You need to hire more people like Wendi! She was great!”
#ThanksRevenue
How to videos available.
Oregon business owners now register for a Business Identification Number on
@OregonRevenue
’s RevenueOnline portal. Watch the videos at .
February is Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. To learn more, go to .