(COLORADO) — The State of Colorado is trying to help connect taxpayers with $8 million in unclaimed tax refunds.

The State has already begun sending out notices to over 20,000 Colorado taxpayers who may be eligible for the unclaimed tax credits. The notices will continue to be sent through June 30, 2026.

The notice will include instructions on how to file an amended return, a process that the official State notice estimates should take less than 10 minutes online, but results in thousands of dollars saved for the Colorado taxpayer.

“Too many families lose out on money they have already earned because of red tape and unnecessary hurdles,” said Representative Manny Rutinel. “We are cutting through the clutter to help people get their refunds without the hassle. It is about putting money back in people’s pockets and making government work the way it should.”

This effort is made possible by Colorado’s Earned Income Tax Credit Data Sharing Act of 2024, which not only allows for projects like this but also requires the Department of Revenue to connect Coloradans with other state departments for benefit outreach.

“This campaign is proof Colorado is serious about addressing affordability and helping families get the resources they need to thrive. The Colorado Department of Revenue is showing what it means to be a revenue agency that works for the people, ensuring Coloradans get every dollar they’re owed,” said Santhosh Ramdoss, CEO of Gary Community Ventures.