IRS Extends Deadline Due to Disaster in Montana

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Written By Carlos Guardado

New deadline

May 1, 2026 

The IRS announced disaster tax relief for individuals and businesses in the state of Montana affected by severe storms, flooding, and other events that began on December 9, 2025, with an extended deadline until May 1, 2026. 

Additionally, the IRS recently announced disaster tax relief for taxpayers in Louisiana. Although the deadline has already passed (March 31), it may still be possible to evaluate your situation and get back into compliance, so we recommend contacting one of our CPAs to review your specific case. 

Thanks to this disaster declaration issued by FEMA, eligible taxpayers now have until May 1, 2026 to meet their tax obligations. 

This type of IRS disaster tax relief can completely change your deadlines, payments, and how you file your taxes. 

Who qualifies for this IRS tax relief?

IRS disaster tax relief in Montana applies to taxpayers who live or have businesses in affected areas, including: 

Blackfeet Indian Reservation, Lincoln, Sanders, among other officially designated areas. 

The following may also qualify: 

  • Individuals whose tax records are located in the disaster area 

  • Professionals representing affected clients 

  • Taxpayers directly or indirectly impacted 

  • Companies that have employees in the affected area

The IRS automatically identifies many taxpayers, but some cases require a direct request. 

What deadlines are extended under this relief?

The IRS has extended the tax deadline to May 1st, 2026 for multiple tax obligations. 

This includes: 

  • Individual and business tax returns 

  • Federal tax payments 

  • Estimated tax payments due January 15 and April 15, 2026 

  • IRA and HSA contributions for tax year 2025 

This IRS disaster tax relief provides additional time to comply without penalties, as long as the established conditions are met. 

Not sure if this IRS relief applies to you?

At Jambrina CPA, we help taxpayers understand how to properly apply this type of disaster tax relief, avoid mistakes, and take full advantage of all available benefits. 

Work with our expert CPAs and receive tax advisory in both Spanish and English to ensure proper IRS compliance in special situations like natural disasters. 

A proper analysis can help you avoid penalties, pay the right amount, and maximize available tax relief. 

Carlos Guardado
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