TAS Act
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To President
- Became Law
Overview
The Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act (TAS Act) aims to improve services provided by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to taxpayers. It proposes several changes, including digitizing tax returns, establishing a dashboard to track backlogs, expanding electronic access to information, and streamlining refund processes. The bill also addresses issues related to low-income taxpayers, offers-in-compromise, and expands the authority of the Taxpayer Advocate. Furthermore, it includes provisions to simplify foreign tax reporting and address concerns related to wrongful levy and penalty assessments.
Key provisions
- Digitization of tax returns and correspondence through optical character recognition technology.
- Establishment of a dashboard to inform taxpayers about backlogs and wait times.
- Expansion of electronic access to tax information and refund details.
- Expansion of callback technology for taxpayer inquiries.
- Elimination of fees for installment agreements for certain individuals.
- Provision of information to individuals facing economic hardships regarding collection alternatives.
- Quarterly notices to taxpayers with delinquencies.
- Unlocking funding for the Low-Income Taxpayer Clinic.
Who is affected
- Taxpayers
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
- American Citizens Abroad
- Tax Return Preparers
- The Office of the Taxpayer Advocate
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