Policy
February 10, 2026
Earned Income Tax Credit Delay Leaves Taxpayers Waiting
The earned income tax credit delay is affecting millions of taxpayers in 2026, with the IRS holding refunds until at least mid-February. Federal law requires this earned income tax credit delay for anyone claiming the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) or Additional Child Tax Credit (ACTC), meaning refunds won’t be issued before February 15. The […]