SAR Stats (formerly By the Numbers) is a compilation of numerical data gathered from the FinCEN Suspicious Activity Reports (Form 111) filed by financial institutions. SAR Stats is published as a full report once a year.
On March 1, 2011, FinCEN transferred its regulations from 31 CFR Part 103 to 31 CFR Chapter X as part of an ongoing effort to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of its regulatory oversight. 31 CFR Chapter X is organized by generally applicable regulations and by industry-specific regulations. There have
Financial data, collected from financial institutions by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), has proven to be of considerable value in money laundering, terrorist financing and other financial crimes investigations by law enforcement.
IR-2026-54, April 17, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued a Whistleblower Alert highlighting an area of concern about misuse, diversion or fraudulent use of federal funds by tax-exempt organizations, individuals and businesses, and urged the public to provide information.
IR-2026-53, April 16, 2026 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced a new online tool to help taxpayers understand and resolve tax debt.
WASHINGTON—Since President Trump resumed office, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network’s (FinCEN) Rapid Response Program (RRP) has facilitated the interdiction of over $268 million in stolen funds on behalf of U.S. victims, bringing the total to more than $1.8 billion since the program’s inception. The RRP is a partnership between FinCEN,
IR-2026-52, April 14, 2026 — As the end of filing season approaches, the Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers they can get an extension to file their federal income tax return until Oct. 15, 2026, but they must request the extension by April 15, 2026, in order to avoid penalties.
IR-2026-51, April 13, 2026 — The IRS today announced it will be hosting a free 30-minute webinar for taxpayers and tax professionals to provide last-minute tips for filing season on Tuesday, April 14, at 1 p.m. Eastern time.