State and local tax deadlines set for April 15, 2026
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New York — State and local tax authorities set filing and payment deadlines for returns on April 15, 2026. Connecticut, New Jersey, Maryland and Washington, D.C. aligned their 2026 individual income tax deadlines with the federal calendar. Taxpayers must file or request extensions by April 15; approved extensions generally extend filing to October 2026 but do not delay payment obligations. Electronic filing and direct deposit typically speed refund processing. Maryland and D.C. provide online portals for submissions. Washington, D.C. officials warned that congressional action affecting local tax law could force later deadlines. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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Timeline of Events
- Federal tax calendar sets April 15, 2026 as standard filing and payment deadline.
- State and district tax agencies (NY, NJ, CT, MD, DC) announce alignment with federal deadline.
- Agencies publish extension rules requiring extension requests by April 15, 2026; payments still due.
- Portals such as MyTax.DC.gov, MyMARYLAND Tax Connect and myconneCT are promoted for filing and refunds.
- Washington, D.C. officials warn congressional efforts may force postponed deadlines into fall 2026.
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Taxpayers who file electronically and opt for direct deposit will receive refunds faster and avoid mailing delays.
Taxpayers who miss the April 15, 2026 payment deadline risk penalties and interest on unpaid balances.
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