The IRS said Tuesday it will provide tax relief to millions of Texans who were caught in the path of storms the weekend of April 16-17, just before the April 18 tax filing deadline.
Residents in the greater Houston region will have until Sept. 1 to file their returns and pay any taxes due, according to a statement.
The federal agency’s decision comes a week after the Federal Emergency Management Agency declared the storms and resulting floods a disaster for Fayette, Grimes, Harris and Parker counties. Those who live outside of those counties but have business in the affected area also are eligible for the extension.
Republican Gov. Greg Abbott requested April 17 that residents receive an extension to file their federal taxes after half the state was hit with more than a foot of rain.
Seven people were killed in the floods that ensued, and more than 1,200 individuals were rescued by first responders. The damage is expected to exceed more than $5 billion.
Tax day was pushed back to April 18 this year because Emancipation Day in the District of Columbia was celebrated on Friday, April 15, shutting the D.C. government down.
For a full list of relief measures available, visit the disaster relief page.
