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Read. Follow. Verify.Senate Hearing on Improving IRS Tax Administration
Record date · January 1, 2020
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What This Bill Does
This document is a transcript of a 2018 Senate subcommittee hearing focused on reforming IRS operations, specifically regarding customer service, information technology, and support for low-income taxpayers. The hearing featured testimony from tax policy experts, practitioners, and IRS officials to discuss challenges in .
The hearing serves as a formal record of legislative oversight into how the IRS manages taxpayer services and implements tax law, which directly impacts the efficiency and quality of support provided to all U.S. taxpayers.
Who It Affects
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Taxpayers
The quality and efficiency of IRS services and tax administration directly impact the experience of all U.S. taxpayers.
Tax Practitioners
The hearing addressed the interaction between the IRS and tax professionals, which affects how they file returns and represent clients.
Low-income taxpayers
The subcommittee specifically reviewed how tax administration policies affect the accessibility and support available to low-income individuals.
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on July 26, 2018, by the Subcommittee on Taxation and IRS Oversight.
- The primary focus was on IRS customer service, information technology, and interactions with tax practitioners.
- The hearing specifically addressed the administration of new tax legislation passed in 2018.
- The subcommittee examined challenges faced by low-income taxpayers in the current tax administration system.
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- Five expert witnesses provided testimony, including representatives from the IRS, tax policy centers, and professional tax associations.
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Focus on New Tax Law Implementation
The hearing highlights the immediate pressure on the IRS to implement major tax legislation passed in 2018 while maintaining standard taxpayer services.
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