• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Digital News Updates
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business

Governor Gianforte Extends Tax Filing Deadline to May 17

March 18, 2021

Governor Greg Gianforte today extended the payment and filing deadlines for Montana individual income taxpayers’ 2020 tax returns to May 17, 2021.

“Last year brought real, serious challenges to Montanans, and it’s only appropriate to extend the deadline so Montana taxpayers have some extra time to file, without having to worry about interest or penalties,” Governor Gianforte said.

The May 17 deadline is in keeping with the new federal filing deadline announced yesterday.

The Department of Revenue advises that the American Rescue Plan Act excludes the first $10,200 of unemployment benefits from federal taxes for those making less than $150,000. Those who have already filed their federal and Montana tax returns do not have to amend their returns. But those who received unemployment benefits in 2020 and have not yet filed should follow the revised instructions for their Montana return at MTRevenue.gov.

The Department of Revenue also reminds taxpayers:

  • It could take up to 90 days to process refunds for some taxpayers due to security measures taken against identity theft and fraud. Taxpayers can check the status of their refund at MTRevenue.gov.
  • Electronic filing is the safest and fastest way to file your return and get your refund as quickly as possible.
  • For those who worked remotely in Montana during any part of 2020, income earned while working in the state is taxable in Montana.
  • Any taxpayers who move after filing their Montana returns should keep their mailing address current with the department to avoid any delays in receiving their refund or correspondence from the department.

Deadlines for quarterly estimated payments of 2021 income taxes have not changed.

For more information, visit MTRevenue.gov.

PRESS RELEASE PROVIDED BY GOVERNOR GREG GIANFORTE

Filed Under: Home Featured, News

Related Articles:

  • Governor Gianforte Praises $1.5 Million Expansion of Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery
  • Montana Coal Board Awards $1.8 Million for Public Safety and Infrastructure Projects
  • Auditor’s Office Blocks $21.6 Million in Insurance Rate Hikes
  • Knudsen Launches Multi-State Investigation into Big Tech Renewable Energy Claims
  • Gianforte Signs Trade Agreement with Taiwan Flour Millers
  • Sheehy Hosts Town Halls with Gallatin County Students

Primary Sidebar

— Advertisement —

Digital News Updates Logo

Recent News Posts

  • North Dakota Schools Chief Kirsten Baesler Confirmed as U.S. Assistant Secretary of Education
  • Governor Gianforte Praises $1.5 Million Expansion of Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery
  • Montana Coal Board Awards $1.8 Million for Public Safety and Infrastructure Projects
  • Watchdog says Biden Education Department defied court order on Title IX enforcement

Recent Politics Posts

  • Daines Introduces Bill to Protect Religious Student Groups on College Campuses
  • USITC Advances Probe Into Russian Palladium Imports After Montana Delegation Push
  • Knudsen Leads 27-State Coalition Challenging California’s Magazine Ban
  • Zinke Votes for Short-Term Funding Bill to Avert Government Shutdown

Recent Business Posts

  • Wall Street Rallies to Fresh Highs After Fed Rate Cut
  • Governor Gianforte Welcomes Rivian as First Electric Vehicle Manufacturer in Montana
  • Montana State opens quantum computing facility
  • Warren Buffett Marks 95th Birthday With Reflection on Legacy, Berkshire’s Future

Copyright © 2025 Digital News Updates, All Rights Reserved.