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IRS Collects Record $5.6 Trillion in Taxes This Year
The IRS has reported a record tax collection of $5.6 trillion for the year, marking a 5% increase from last year. Additionally, the average tax rate for filers has decreased to 12.6%, while the agency also returned a record amount in refunds.
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IRS Reports Record $5.6 Trillion in Tax Collections and Historic Refunds
IRS Reports Record $5.6 Trillion in Tax Collections for Fiscal Year 2026
IRS Reports Record $5.6 Trillion in Tax Collections and Historic Refunds
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