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
No IRS news releases were issued during this period, as confirmed by a double-check of the IRS Newsroom.
Happening today: 2026 NAEA Annual Meeting (livestreamed)
The National Association of Enrolled Agents' Annual Meeting is today, July 28, 2026 – a great opportunity for a look back at the past year, key updates, and what's ahead for enrolled agents. The event is available via livestream for members who can't attend in person. Register now if you'd like to join.
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Oklahoma Tax Commission & State Tax News
July 20, 2026: Sales tax filing deadline reminder
The OTC posted on X reminding Oklahoma businesses that sales tax filings were due that day, directing taxpayers to file via OkTAP to avoid last-minute issues.
What it means for practice: A good prompt to confirm clients on quarterly or semi-annual sales tax filing schedules met the July 20 deadline, or to help them resolve any late filings promptly.
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Other OTC updates this week
On X, the OTC also recognized its Q2 "All-Star" employees for dedication and service (July 23) and posted a hiring announcement for open positions in its Audit Division, linking to current openings on the state jobs site (July 24). No OkTAP outage or maintenance notices, legislative updates, or additional taxpayer alerts were posted during the period.
July 23 post → | July 24 post →
Upcoming OSEA Events
OSEA Education Committee Meeting
Friday, August 7, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Zoom
This is a regular meeting of the OSEA Education Committee. All members and associates are welcome to join and provide input as we plan our educational events for 2026 and beyond.
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Annual Seminars
2026 OSEA Northeast Annual Seminar
October 29–30, 2026 | Northeastern State University – Broken Arrow, 3100 New Orleans Street, Broken Arrow, OK 74014
Up to 16 CE units available, in person or online via Zoom (Zoom link provided one week before the event). Headliner speakers Marc J. Dombrowski, EA (financial analysis, streamlined installment agreements, offers in compromise, appeals, CDP, transcripts) and Jane Ryder, EA, CPA (ethics, NIL income, maximizing QBI, stock options, tax planning for business & rentals) will together present 15 CE hours. IRS Stakeholder Liaison Mercean Lam will present CE-eligible IRS topics, and Mike Kaufmann will present a non-CE hour on Oklahoma tax updates. Lunch provided both days for on-site attendees.
Pricing: OSEA members $300 / nonmembers $350 (early-bird pricing currently in effect). Members and nonmembers who attended both the 2025 OKC and NE conferences may qualify for discounted rates ($275 member / $325 nonmember) – contact osea.webmaster@gmail.com to verify eligibility.
Bonus: Attend both the OKC and NE Oklahoma conferences and save $25 on a 2027 conference!
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2026 OSEA Oklahoma City Annual Seminar
November 12–13, 2026 | Rose State College, 1720 Hudiburg Drive, Midwest City, OK 73110
Up to 16 CE units available, in person or online (link provided one week before the event). Headliner speakers David L. Mellem, EA, and Mary Mellem, EA, will present 15 CE hours covering federal tax updates, amended returns, an "Ask" session, basis rules for gifted/inherited/remainder-interest/divorce property, business credits, teens and taxes, ethics, and bankruptcy. IRS Stakeholder Liaison Mercean Lam will present a CE-eligible hour on multiple tax topics, and Mike Kaufmann will present a non-CE hour on Oklahoma tax updates. Taxpayer Advocate Service availability TBD. Lunch provided both days for on-site attendees.
Pricing: OSEA members $350 / nonmembers $400 (early-bird pricing currently in effect). Members and nonmembers who attended both the 2025 OKC and NE conferences may qualify for discounted rates ($325 member / $375 nonmember) – contact osea.webmaster@gmail.com to verify eligibility.
Bonus: Attend both the OKC and NE Oklahoma conferences and save $25 on a 2027 conference!
Register →
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.
