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IRS Confirms Refund Delays for Millions Claiming EITC and ACTC in 2026

According to the IRS, refunds that include the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or the Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC) will not be issued before March 2, 2026, at the earliest. Taxpayers who choose to receive their refunds by mailed check rather than direct deposit may face additional delays.

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