The IRS will be implementing new plans for processing tax returns for the 2017 filing season. The Protecting Americans from Tax Hike Act will no longer allow the IRS to issue credit or refunds to early filing tax payers if they claim either the Earned Income Tax Credit or the Additional Child Tax Credit. The additional time is to help in the prevention of lost revenue from fraud and identity theft. If you are having tax trouble, contact our office at 816-524-4949 or check out our website at Hoorfarlaw.com.