Taxpayers in 24 states will be able to file their returns directly with the IRS in 2025 The Associated PressThe IRS is expanding its free tax filing service. Do you qualify? The Washington PostTaxpayers in Pa., N.J. and 22 other states will be able to file returns directly with the IRS in 2025 WHYYIRS free tax filing will be available in 24 states for the 2025 season — here's who can use it NBC PhiladelphiaIRS doubles number of states eligible for its free Direct File for tax season 2025 USA TODAY