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Notice code 653 (Default) — Credit on your tax return. We did not receive your Form 8862, Information to Claim Earned Income Cre…
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Credit on your tax return. We did not receive your Form 8862, Information to Claim Earned Income Credit after Disallowance, recertifying your eligibility for Earned Income Credit. The form was either incomplete or not attached to your tax return.
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