As enrolled agents assisting clients with federal and state tax matters, staying informed on the latest IRS and Oklahoma Tax Commission (OTC) developments is crucial. Below is a curated summary of press releases and news items from the past week, including key highlights relevant to your practice, along with direct links to the source materials.

IRS News Releases

• IRS Urges Emergency Preparedness Ahead of Peak Disaster Season (September 4, 2025) The IRS urges tax professionals to create or update emergency preparedness plans as part of National Preparedness Month, especially given the peak hurricane season and high wildfire risks, which could impact federal tax filing and payment deadlines for affected clients. Source Link
• IRS Assesses $162 Million in Penalties Over False Tax Credit Claims Tied to Social Media (September 8, 2025) The IRS is alerting tax professionals to fraudulent schemes on social media promoting misuse of credits like the Fuel Tax Credit and Sick and Family Leave Credit, emphasizing the need for vigilance to ensure clients' compliance with federal tax laws and avoid penalties. Source Link

Oklahoma Tax Commission News Releases

• Sales Tax News Release September 2025 (September 2025) The report details sales tax revenues for various cities and counties in Oklahoma for September 2025, with city revenue totaling $212,030,286.11 (up from $203,259,579.41 in September 2024), county revenue at $39,539,743.54 (up from $34,191,507.65), and combined total at $251,570,029.65 (up from $237,451,087.06), providing insights into state tax trends that may affect distributions and client planning. Source Link

Upcoming OSEA Events (September 12–18, 2025)

Stay connected and earn continuing education credits through these upcoming events. For registration and more details, visit the OSEA Events Page.

• OSEA Education Committee Meeting (September 12, 2025, 9:00 AM, Zoom) A regular meeting for members and associates to plan educational events for 2025 and beyond.
• OSEA Central Oklahoma Chapter Event (September 12, 2025, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, Ted's Café Escondido Banquet Room, Oklahoma City) Includes a 1-hour CE presentation on "Beyond the Return: Solving IRS Issues for Your Clients, Part 1" (1 CE Hour – Federal Tax Law).
• OSEA Board Meeting (September 18, 2025, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM, Zoom) A regularly scheduled board meeting open to all members and associates.

Major Annual OSEA Seminars

OSEA hosts two major annual conferences offering extensive continuing education opportunities. For more information and registration, visit the OSEA Events Page.

• OSEA Northeast Oklahoma Conference (October 30–31, 2025, Northeastern State University – Broken Arrow) A two-day event with up to 16 CE units on topics like Form 4797, estate and trust returns, ethics, and S corporations. Available in person or online.
• OSEA Oklahoma City Conference (November 13–14, 2025, OSU-OKC Student Center, Oklahoma City) A two-day event with up to 16 CE units on topics like gross income, partnerships, and ethics, including Taxpayer Advocate Service presentations. Available in person or online.

The Oklahoma Society of Enrolled Agents (OSEA) is a professional organization dedicated to representing and supporting enrolled agents in Oklahoma through education, advocacy, and networking opportunities. Visit us at EAOK.org for more information and resources.