More than a million American taxpayers could be leaving cash on the table as the deadline to claim tax refunds from three years ago is fast approaching. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a warning that more than a million taxpayers are still eligible to receive a share of more than $1 billion in refunds—but they need to act quickly.

The IRS has issued more than 29.6 million individual income tax refunds through Feb. 21, up 2.3% from a year ago.

The layoffs, which have been directed by the so-called Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire and "special government employee" Elon Musk, have sparked concerns among experts who fear that the IRS won't be able to process Americans' tax refunds as quickly as usual this year.

How many tax returns has the IRS processed so far in 2025? On Friday, the IRS released statistics comparing its progress through the sixth week of tax season 2024 (ending March 8,

Your IRS tax refund check could be on the way. Here's how to track it online, and what to do if you lose your refund check.

The IRS said the average refund amount has increased by 7.5% this year, going from $3,213 in 2024 to $3,453 so far in 2025. The average direct deposit refund was also up by 7.1% from last year – at an average of $3,505. The IRS began accepting tax returns on January 27, 2025.

As the clock ticks towards a potential government shutdown, taxpayers are left wondering how this might affect their IRS tax returns.

The IRS plays a crucial role in managing tax declarations for U.S. citizens, ensuring compliance and addressing inconsistencies.