The IRS has announced significant changes to its Direct File program, allowing taxpayers in 24 states, including North Carolina and Massachusetts, to file their tax returns directly with the agency for free. This expansion, which will take effect in 2025, aims to simplify the tax filing process for approximately 30 million taxpayers. While the program has doubled its reach compared to previous years, notable states such as Michigan are absent from the list. Residents in states like Oregon are also seeing enhancements to their free tax filing options. This move reflects the IRS's effort to make tax filing more accessible and efficient.