(CNN)– Friday, July 10, 2026, is the last chance for millions of taxpayers to protect their chance at a potential covid-19 related IRS refund. The claims stem from a federal court ruling that found certain tax filing and payment deadlines may have been suspended during the covid-19 emergency. T he government is appealing that ruling. However, should the decision stand some taxpayers who paid or were charged late penalties or interest between January 2020 and May 2023 could qualify for a refund. Categories: News Tags: Internal Revenue Service, Internal Revenue Service (IRS) ...read more read less