DENVER ~ Denver, CO - In an effort to help hardworking Coloradans maximize their tax returns and put more money back in their pockets, the state has launched a new campaign to reach out to thousands of taxpayers who may be eligible for unclaimed tax refunds. Governor Jared Polis announced this initiative, which is expected to return at least $8 million to eligible taxpayers.

According to Governor Polis, filing taxes can be costly and complicated, but the state is taking proactive action to ensure that Coloradans receive every dollar they deserve from their tax returns. Through this campaign, taxpayers who receive a notice can easily submit a prefilled online form in less than 10 minutes, potentially resulting in thousands of dollars saved.

The State has already started sending notices to at least 20,000 Colorado taxpayers who may be eligible for unclaimed tax refunds. These notices will continue to be sent through June 30, 2026 as part of a collaborative effort between Governor Polis, the Colorado Department of Revenue (DOR), the New Practice Lab from New America, and Gary Community Ventures. By utilizing existing data and creating prefilled tax returns, this partnership aims to make it easier than ever before for eligible Coloradans to save time and money.

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Taxpayers who receive a notice will find directions on how to review and file an amended return online. This process takes less than 10 minutes and could result in thousands of dollars saved. Eligible taxpayers can expect to receive the correct amount of prior tax credits and withholdings within a few weeks after submitting the amended return.

Heidi Humphreys, Executive Director of the Department of Revenue, highlighted the importance of this effort in saving Coloradans time and money. "This is a great example of good governance and innovation," said Humphreys. "The Department of Revenue is committed to helping Coloradans save money and our actions demonstrate that."

Representative Manny Rutinel also emphasized the significance of this campaign in putting money back in people's pockets and making government work more efficiently. "Too many families lose out on money they have already earned because of red tape and unnecessary hurdles," said Rutinel. "We are cutting through the clutter to help people get their refunds without the hassle."

Representative Emily Sirota praised Colorado for leading the way in simplifying the process of receiving tax refunds. "This campaign is proof that Colorado is serious about addressing affordability and helping families thrive," said Sirota. "The Department of Revenue is setting an example for other revenue agencies by ensuring that Coloradans receive every dollar they are owed."

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Santhosh Ramdoss, CEO of Gary Community Ventures, also commended the efforts of the Colorado Department of Revenue in helping families access much-needed resources. "This campaign shows that Colorado is dedicated to making it simpler for people to get the tax refunds they are owed," said Ramdoss. "It puts more money in the pockets of Coloradans and cuts through bureaucracy."

To receive their unclaimed tax refunds, taxpayers who receive a letter should log on to Revenue Online with the code provided in their notice, review their data, and file an amended return.

This innovative effort was made possible by the Earned Income Tax Credit Data Sharing Act of 2024, which allows the Department of Revenue to collaborate with other state agencies to save Coloradans money. The bill's sponsors, Sen. Chris Hansen, Rep. Emily Sirota, and Rep. Manny Rutinel were instrumental in getting it signed into law.

Taxpayers can visit Tax.Colorado.gov for up-to-date information on state income tax refunds or call the Taxpayer Helpline at (303) 238-7378 for assistance from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Translation services are available upon request. For in-person assistance, taxpayers can schedule an appointment at a Service Center. Those in need of low or no-cost help filing state income tax returns can visit Tax.Colorado.gov/Community-Tax-Help for additional resources.

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