EncryptInvoice News
Articles for United States
This hub covers e-invoicing and tax compliance requirements across the United States, where no single federal e-invoicing mandate exists but a patchwork of state-level sales-tax rules, IRS reporting obligations, and sector-specific requirements—particularly in federal procurement under FIPS and GSA standards—shapes how businesses must handle electronic documents. Readers find practical guidance on AP and AR automation, audit-trail requirements, and cross-border considerations.
The IRS 2026 Security Summit established mandatory multifactor authentication (MFA) for tax preparation firms under the FTC Safeguards Rule, effective September 19, 2026. This regulatory obligation shifts MFA from a best practice to a compliance requirement, with firms facing liability for non-compliance.
The IRS warning IR-2026-112 highlights fraudulent "Tribal Tax Credits" schemes targeting Indigenous communities, emphasizing that these credits are not authorized by federal law and claiming them can result in severe penalties.
The IRS's free Direct Pay tool allows individuals and businesses to make federal tax payments online without fees or third-party intermediaries. The tool supports same-day or advance scheduling up to 365 days, with transaction limits under $10 million, representing the agency's push toward digital tax modernization.
IRS Notice 2026-54 extends drought relief for farmers by increasing the livestock replacement period from two to four years. Effective September 16, 2026, the relief covers 49 U.S. states and federally designated regions experiencing drought, with additional grace periods if conditions persist. Only livestock held for draft, dairy, or breeding qualifies.
The IRS has launched a digitally authenticated Tax Compliance Report accessible through Individual Online Accounts as of September 14, 2026, enabling taxpayers to provide verifiable proof of tax compliance for job applications, loans, and benefits eligibility.
The IRS Nationwide Tax Forum in August 2026 revealed record metrics including 98% electronic refund delivery and an 11% average refund increase from Working Families Tax Cuts. Over 144 million income tax returns were processed, marking major progress in tax digitization and setting expectations for the 2027 filing season.
The IRS opened applications for the 2027 Compliance Assurance Process (CAP) on September 8, 2026, allowing eligible large corporations to resolve tax issues pre-filing through cooperative interaction with the IRS, reducing compliance uncertainty and post-filing disputes.
The IRS reminds taxpayers that the Free File program is available through October 15, 2026, for extension filers with 2025 income of $89,000 or less. An extension to file doesn't defer payment deadlines, and early filing helps avoid processing delays and penalties.
The IRS issued advisory IR-2026-104 reminding taxpayers to safeguard tax and financial records against disaster damage through waterproof storage and electronic copies. The advisory outlines relief mechanisms available during federally declared disasters, including automatic deadline extensions and access to tax records through digital portals.
Quadient's Q2 2026 earnings release reveals a more than 20% year-over-year surge in digital bookings, driven by demand for AI-powered automation and e-invoicing solutions, particularly in France where e-invoicing mandates are operational.
Business confidence in digital tax initiatives is declining despite accelerating regulatory mandates globally. Over 80 countries now require e-invoicing by 2030, yet multinational corporations face challenges from fragmented standards, technical barriers, and organizational change management difficulties.
