Posted at 12:46 p.m., Tuesday, February 21, 2006
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Residents can claim overdue IRS refunds
Advertiser Staff
Unclaimed refunds totaling more than $13 million are awaiting 10,700 Hawai'i residents who failed to file a federal tax return in 2002, the Internal Revenue Service announced today.Residents who are owed a refund must file their 2002 return with the IRS no later than April 17.
The IRS estimates that the half of those who could claim refunds would receive more than $611.
In some cases, individuals had taxes withheld from their wages, or made payments against their taxes out of self-employed earnings, but had too little income to require filing a tax refund. Some taxpayers also may be eligible for the refundable earned income tax credit.
State office building wins EPA kudos
The Kakuhihewa State Office building in Kapolei has been recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency with an "Energy Star" award for its energy performance, indoor air quality and lighting levels.
EPA Administrator Stephen Johnson will present Gov. Linda Lingle with the award tomorrow in a ceremony at the State Capitol.
