January 27, 2025
Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to consider using the Direct File program in New York State to ease the burden of filing taxes. The joint project with the IRS, available starting today, allows taxpayers to file their federal and state taxes online at no cost. Building on Governor Hochul’s initiative to make New York more affordable, this program helps the average New York taxpayers save around $260 in tax preparation fees.
“Direct File is a common-sense approach to filing taxes,” Governor Hochul said. “If you have a basic return, you’ll find that it’s easy to complete the process and that you can save hundreds of dollars in tax preparation fees.”
The Tax Department estimates that 3.4 million New Yorkers will be able to use Direct File this year. To find out if you’re eligible, visit the New York State Tax Department’s webpage at: https://www.tax.ny.gov/pit/efile/direct-file/
