For the 2023 tax year, due to changes in tax laws and inflation adjustments, the IRS delivered more money in refunds than they did the year prior. As of April 19, 2024, the IRS refunded $245 billion in taxpayer money – 3.6% more than last year, according to CNBC.com. https://alleviatetax.com/how-to-use-irs-form-8862-to-claim-the-earned-income-tax-credit/