CA AB1863

Franchise Tax Board must notify potential eligible individuals beginning January 1, 2023, of available paperless filing options including CalFile and free tax preparation services like Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.

Notifications must include information about the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) and can be delivered electronically or through other methods designed to encourage timely filing.

Franchise Tax Board may coordinate notifications with other government entities and nonprofit organizations to improve effectiveness and reach.

Franchise Tax Board must submit a report by January 1, 2026, detailing administration costs, number of paperless returns filed, effectiveness of notifications, CalEITC claims using paperless options, and cost savings for eligible individuals.

Section expires and is repealed January 1, 2027.