IT hygiene; final tally; movements in the U.S. dollar; and other highlights from our favorite tax bloggers.
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HIPAA HIPAA hooray
Dean Dorton : The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, through its Office for Civil Rights, has proposed the most significant update to the HIPAA Security Rule since 2013. Issued in December 2024, the proposed changes reflect a growing regulatory focus on cybersecurity resilience and address long‑standing gaps observed during HIPAA enforcement actions across the healthcare industry.Yeo and Yeo : Patch management has been a cornerstone of good cybersecurity and IT hygiene for decades, but many organizations still struggle to get it right. Even with built-in tools and regular update cycles, patches too often fail to install, break critical systems or get delayed indefinitely, leaving networks exposed and IT teams scrambling for answers. Understanding why this happens and how to modernize patching efforts is essential for any organization serious about security, uptime and operational efficiency.Vertex : Supply chain disruption has become part of everyday business. Over the past few years, organizations have navigated everything from geopolitical tension to transportation bottlenecks, exposing just how interconnected global supply networks really are. When disruption hits, the impact rarely stops at sourcing or logistics. It often extends into finance, tax, compliance and broader enterprise risk.The Tax Times : In IR-2026-46 the IRS provides a major expansion of its Business Tax Accounts, making them available to partnerships, federal, state and local governments, Indian tribal governments and tax-exempt organizations.
Here's the catch
National Taxpayer Advocate : You may have heard the phrase "Timely mailed is timely filed." Here's what that really means: Under the Internal Revenue Code 7502, if your tax return or payment is postmarked on or before the due date, the IRS will treat it as timely even if it arrives days later. But here's the catch: New U.S. Postal Service rules could cause your postmark to be later than the day you actually mailed your documents.Don't Mess With Taxes : You finished your tax return and the final tally is not good. You owe. A lot. And you don't have the cash or credit limit to cover your final tax bill. Even though the IRS right now is at the bottom of your list of places to turn for help, the agency just might have an answer to your tax payment problem.National Association of Tax Professionals : When a client comes in with an ITIN, either renewed or expired, or an amended return request tied to prior-year credits, slow down before you file. A March 27, 2026, TIGTA audit found the IRS allowed about $172.4 million in credits to ITIN holders who weren't eligible, including cases where a Social Security number was required, the ITIN was issued too late or the ITIN had expired.
Portfolio performance
Boyum & Barenscheer : In this weekly market update, Tyler Rudek, chief investment officer at Boyum Wealth Architects, explores how movements in the U.S. dollar are influencing international stocks, gold and overall portfolio performance.Sagenext : Small businesses navigating the complex landscape of international trade face mounting challenges with tariff costs and customs duties. As trade policies continue to evolve in 2026, understanding available tax deductions for import-related expenses has become crucial for maintaining profitability. This comprehensive guide explores how small businesses can leverage tariff tax deductions to offset the financial impact of import duties while ensuring compliance with current tax regulations.Tax Vox : President Trump announced on April 2 two significant tariff changes under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962. One restructures tariffs on imported aluminum, steel and copper, lowering some rates while adding new carve-outs and sourcing rules. The other raises tariffs to up to 100% on patented pharmaceutical imports.
The richest 5%
ITEP : President Trump has raised taxes on most Americans in ways that more than offset the tax cuts he has signed into law. The net effect this year of all his tax policies is to increase taxes on the average American in all income groups aside from the richest 5%.Sovos : Sales tax in Maryland is relatively straightforward compared to other states, but businesses must still understand key rules around nexus, exemptions and filing to stay compliant.Taxjar : Find your state (or states) to see your May sales tax due dates. This site offers help in collecting, reporting and filing sales tax.
