The e-file program includes new enhancements to the Free File program which will permit just about all taxpayers to e-file free. "These are hard times, and e-file is the only way for folks to get cash in their pocket quickly," asserted IRS Commissioner Doug Shulman. Mixed with vital changes in the Free File program, we suspect e-file is a better option than ever for the state's taxpayers.". The new Free File Fillable Tax Forms permits taxpayers to fill out and file their tax forms electronically, just as they'd appear on paper. The IRS claims the new service is for those that are happy with the tax law, know what forms they need to use and do not require help completing their returns.

IRS e-file permits taxpayers to file their returns now and pay later if they owe taxes. It allows taxpayers to file both Fed.

and most state returns at the same time. The IRS e-file totaled just about ninety million tax returns in 2008.