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IRS extends Washington disaster tax deadline to August 15 2026 for eligible residents and businesses
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Published on 4 May 2026
Eligible filers get automatic relief tied to FEMA
The IRS has extended the federal tax filing deadline for eligible Washington residents and businesses affected by severe weather under a FEMA disaster declaration. Instead of the usual timeline, qualifying taxpayers get until August 15, 2026 to file. The update also lands as Americans nationwide look toward an average refund of about $1,700, often used for essentials like rent and groceries.
- Washington disaster victims can file until August 15, 2026
- Relief is tied to an official FEMA disaster declaration
- Extension generally applies automatically to eligible individuals and businesses
- Average US refunds are expected to be around $1,700
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