Fort Bend County Libraries will once again partner with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) to offer free income-tax-preparation assistance for low-income taxpayers at multiple library locations. The program will run from February 1 through April 15, providing support for individuals in need of help with their 2024 tax returns.

While income-tax forms will not be available at the libraries, patrons can use library computers and printers to access and print forms from the IRS website, www.irs.gov. A library card, which is free, is required to use the printers, and printing costs 10¢ per black-and-white page.

To ensure efficient tax preparation, participants are advised to bring key documents, including a photo ID, Social Security cards for all family members, last year’s tax return, W-2 and 1099 forms, unemployment compensation statements, and any other necessary documentation.

Assistance sessions are scheduled as follows:

George Memorial Library, Richmond (Room 2A, Appointment: 281-342-4455):
Saturdays (Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22), Mondays (Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24), and Thursdays (Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Sugar Land Branch Library (Meeting Room, Appointment: 281-238-2140):
Mondays (Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24) and Thursdays (Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27) from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Mission Bend Branch Library (Meeting Room, Appointment: 832-471-5900):
Mondays (Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24) from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Sienna Branch Library, Missouri City (Meeting Room, Appointment: 281-238-2900):
Tuesdays (Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25) and Fridays (Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28) from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Fulshear Branch Library (Multipurpose Room, Appointment: 346-481-6800):
Wednesdays (Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26) from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The program is free and open to the public, but appointments are required. For additional details, visit the Fort Bend County Libraries website at www.fortbend.lib.tx.us or contact the Communications Office at 281-633-4734.