Federal Government Shutdown 2025: Do You Still Need to Pay and File Your IRS Taxes?
When the federal government shuts down, many Americans wonder whether their tax obligations get postponed or canceled. The short answer: no — even during a shutdown, you are still required to file and pay your taxes on time . Let’s clarify how this works and what you should do if you’re currently on extension. Why a Shutdown 2025 Doesn’t Pause Tax Law Tax deadlines, extensions, and payment obligations are governed by federal statute (the Internal Revenue Code), not by government funding...
