Support Continues to Grow for Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act

Washington, D.C.— Leading individuals and organizations committed to protecting taxpayer rights and modernizing tax administration are announcing their support for the bipartisan Taxpayer Assistance and Service (TAS) Act, which the U.S. Senate Finance Committee recently passed by a vote of 26-1. The TAS Act, led by U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-Oregon), would strengthen taxpayer rights, streamline IRS operations and improve the taxpayer experience. Here is what supporters are saying: American Coalition for Taxpayer Rights “The members of the American Coalition for Taxpayer Rights… congratulate Chairman Crapo and Ranking Member Wyden and the Members of the Senate Finance Committee for successfully marking up the bipartisan TAS Act, and urge the full Senate to consider this critical tax administration bill as soon as possible.” Bipartisan Policy Center Action “This pragmatic, evidence-based bill would strengthen IRS customer service, modernize technology and improve the experience of taxpayers and tax preparers alike… Your hard work is proof positive that responsive, effective and efficient government is most achievable when Democrats and Republicans work together.” Bryan Camp, George H. Mahon Professor of Law, Texas Tech University School of Law “The TAS Act makes significant improvements in tax procedural rules that will help taxpayers file more accurate returns and also help taxpayers resolve disputes with the IRS more quickly and fairly.” Erin Collins, National Taxpayer Advocate “Tax administration may not always attract headlines, but it profoundly affects nearly every individual, family and business in the country. But important work lies ahead to get this legislation across the finish line. If the House and Senate can pass the TAS Act this year, it will be a tremendous gift from the 119th Congress to America’s taxpayers.” Independent Sector “The Taxpayer Assistance and Service Act will upgrade IRS technology and customer service, support faster tax refunds and provide better protection for taxpayers. With the adoption of the Lankford/Warnock Amendment, it will also meaningfully bolster due process protections for nonprofit organizations. Independent Sector and its members appreciate your work on this legislation and we look forward to working toward its enactment.” Jackson Hewitt “We commend Chairman Crapo and Ranking Member Wyden for their leadership and for advancing a thoughtful bipartisan package that will better protect taxpayers while improving the administration of our nation’s tax laws. This legislation builds on years of bipartisan work to make the tax system more transparent and more responsive to the needs of taxpayers.” Meg Killian, EA, Executive Vice President, National Association of Enrolled Agents “The TAS Act reflects a strong commitment to improving tax administration and protecting taxpayers. From modernizing taxpayer services to strengthening professional standards for paid tax return preparers, this bipartisan legislation advances reforms that will improve confidence in our tax system. NAEA appreciates Chairman Crapo, Ranking Member Wyden and the members of the Senate Finance Committee for their leadership, and we look forward to working with Congress to advance this important legislation.” Melanie Lauridsen, Vice President of Tax Policy and Advocacy, American Institute of CPAs “The TAS Act represents an important step towards creating a more effective and taxpayer-focused tax administration system… We are grateful to members of Congress for their leadership and we support continued progress on the TAS Act and future tax legislation.” National Taxpayers Union “This legislation is easily the most consequential package of tax administration and taxpayer rights improvements to come before Congress since the Taxpayer First Act of 2019, and rivals in importance the IRS Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998… The legislation takes a thoughtful approach to addressing challenges faced by underserved taxpayers.” Click HERE and HERE to view the Chairman’s Mark and modifications. Click HERE and HERE for a summary. ###