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

• Treasury, IRS Issue Final Regulations on New Roth Catch-Up Rule, Other SECURE 2.0 Act Provisions(September 15, 2025) The Treasury and IRS have issued final regulations on catch-up contributions under the SECURE 2.0 Act, which tax professionals and enrolled agents should review to ensure compliance with updated retirement plan rules, particularly regarding Roth catch-up contributions for higher-income employees. Source Link

Oklahoma Tax Commission News Releases

No new Oklahoma Tax Commission news releases were identified within the past week.

Upcoming OSEA Events (September 17–23, 2025)

• OSEA Board Meeting (September 18, 2025, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM, Zoom) This is a regularly scheduled board meeting of the Oklahoma Society of Enrolled Agents. All members and associates are welcome to attend. No CE hours specified. No cost; no specific registration required. For more details, visit the OSEA Events Page.
• OSEA Northeast Oklahoma Chapter Event - Beyond the Return: Solving IRS Issues for Your Clients, Part 1 (September 19, 2025, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM, The Big Biscuit, 5335 E 41st Street (41st and Yale), Tulsa, OK 74135) Edward Moore, EA, will provide a one-hour CE presentation starting at 12:30 on "Beyond the Return: Solving IRS Issues for Your Clients, Part 1." Topics include understanding IRS employee roles, levels of authority, IRS transcripts, communication channels, and tools for client outcomes. IRS Course ID: FAHHB-T-00184-25-I, 1 CE Hour -- Federal Tax Law. No cost, but attendees must purchase their own meal. For registration and more details, visit the OSEA Events Page.

Major Annual OSEA Seminars

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

• OSEA Northeast Annual Seminar (October 30–31, 2025, Northeastern State University - Broken Arrow, 3100 New Orleans Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74014, Business and Technology Building, Room BATB 225) A two-day event with up to 16 CE units on topics such as Form 4797, estate and trust returns, ethics, and more, available in person or virtually. Registration now available with special pricing through Sept 19, 2025. Attend both OKC and NE OK conferences for a $25 discount for a 2026 conference. No price increase from last year. Lunch provided for on-site attendees; virtual attendees get the link one week before the event.
• OSEA OKC Annual Seminar (November 13–14, 2025, OSU-OKC Student Center top floor, 900 N. Portland Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73107) A two-day event with up to 16 CE units on topics such as gross income, partnerships, ethics, and more, including Taxpayer Advocate Service presentations, available in person or virtually. Registration now available with special pricing through October 3, 2025. Attend both OKC and NE OK conferences for a $25 discount for a 2026 conference. No price increase from last year. Lunch provided for on-site attendees; virtual attendees get the link one week before the event. Includes a presentation by the Taxpayer Advocate Service with in-person case resolution services.

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.