The state of Maryland has become the latest to sign up for the IRS Direct File program for filing season 2025, offering residents a free way to file their taxes.
More than 700,000 Marylanders will be eligible to use the system next tax season. The free online filing system was pilot tested last tax season in 12 states, and the IRS
The Treasury and the IRS have since been working with interested states to offer Direct File to their taxpayers with Maryland becoming the latest state to join, following on the heels of Oregon, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New Mexico, Connecticut, North Carolina, Wisconsin and Maine.
"Thanks to President Biden's Inflation Reduction Act, more than 700,000 Maryland taxpayers will be able to file their taxes online for free, directly with the IRS this coming filing season," said Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen in a statement Wednesday. "Direct File will save Marylanders time and money and help ensure they receive the tax benefits they are owed. After a successful pilot this filing season, we are pleased to expand the program as a permanent offering and welcome Maryland as the latest new state to offer this free option to taxpayers."
"Today, we take a big step forward to make tax season easier, simpler, and more affordable for all Marylanders," said Maryland Governor Wes Moore in a statement. "I want to thank the Biden-Harris Administration, Code for America, and our state, federal and community partners for their support. This program has saved Americans millions of dollars in tax filing fees, and it's going to deliver big results for the people of Maryland. Together, we will leave no one behind."
