As of Monday, the Illinois Dept. of Revenue and the IRS began accepting tax returns.
There is a plethora of resources available for filing, such as tax preparation locators, free tax prep services, and services for military, both retired and active duty, and their families. Follow the links below for more information, based on your needs for tax preparation.
VA: Tax Prep for Veterans and their families.
National Disability Institute: Free Tax Prep for Veterans
Illinois Dept. of Human Services: Free Tax Help
Illinois Dept. of Veterans’ Affairs: Tax Credit Programs