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Discrete filers will start using the new online e-filing form in June 2018. Batch filers may start sending XML-format files with the revised fields beginning in June, but must complete their changeover to the new format within 6 months of the June "go-live" date. ASCII batch files will be accepted until January 1, 2019
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