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IR-2017-148, Sept. 8, 2017 — The IRS continues to monitor Hurricane Irma, but reminds calendar-year partnerships that the due date for filing a return after receiving an extension remains Sept. 15 following a recent change in the tax law.
Interest Rates Remain the Same for the Fourth Quarter of 2017
IR-2017-147, Sept. 8, 2017 – The Internal Revenue Service today announced that interest rates will remain the same for the calendar quarter beginning October 1, 2017.
IRS Announces Five New Members for the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee
IR-2017-146, Sept. 6, 2017 — The IRS today announced the selection of five new members for the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC).
IR-2017-145, Sept. 6, 2017 — For September’s National Preparedness Month, the Internal Revenue Service is offering advice to taxpayers who may be affected by storms, fires, floods or other disasters.
Don’t Take the Bait, Step 9: Make Data Security an Everyday Priority; Key Steps Can Help
IR-2017-144, Sept. 5, 2017 — The IRS, state tax agencies and the tax industry today urged tax professionals to make data security an everyday priority, noting a few simple steps can go far in protecting taxpayer information from cybercriminals.
IR-2017-143, Sept. 5, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced special relief designed to support leave-based donation programs to aid victims of Hurricane Harvey.
Update: IRS Waives Diesel Fuel Penalty for All of Texas Due to Hurricane Harvey
IR-2017-142, Sept. 3, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), in response to shortages of undyed diesel fuel caused by Hurricane Harvey, will not impose a penalty when dyed diesel fuel is sold for use or used on the highway.
IRS Provides Penalty Relief for Partnerships that Filed Late Returns in 2017
IR-2017-141, Sept. 1, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service today issued guidance providing penalty relief for certain partnerships that did not file the required returns by the new due date for tax years beginning in 2016.
Summer 2017 Statistics of Income Bulletin Now Available
IR-2017-140, Sept. 1, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced that the Summer 2017 Statistics of Income Bulletin is available on IRS.gov.
Prepared Remarks of John A. Koskinen Commissioner Internal Revenue Service Before the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum Las Vegas, Nevada
August 29, 2017 — Commissioner Koskinen speaks before the Nationwide Tax Forum in Las Vegas, Nevada.
IRS Waives Diesel Fuel Penalty Due to Hurricane Harvey
IR-2017-139, Aug. 30, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), in response to shortages of undyed diesel fuel caused by Hurricane Harvey, will not impose a penalty when dyed diesel fuel is sold for use or used on the highway.
Retirement Plans Can Make Loans, Hardship Distributions to Victims of Hurricane Harvey
IR-2017-138, Aug. 30, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service today announced that 401(k)s and similar employer-sponsored retirement plans can make loans and hardship distributions to victims of Hurricane Harvey and members of their families.
Beware of Fake Charity Scams Relating to Hurricane Harvey
IR-2017-137, Aug. 29, 2017 ― The Internal Revenue Service today issued a warning about possible fake charity scams emerging due to Hurricane Harvey and encouraged taxpayers to seek out recognized charitable groups for their donations.
Don’t Take the Bait, Step 8: How to Start Protecting Clients, Businesses from Cybersecurity Threats
IR-2017-136, Aug. 29, 2017 — The IRS, state tax agencies and the tax industry today offered important tips for how tax professionals can get started protecting their clients and their business from cybersecurity threats.
IRS Gives Tax Relief to Victims of Hurricane Harvey; Parts of Texas Now Eligible; Extension Filers Have Until Jan. 31 to File
IR-2017-135, Aug. 28, 2017 – Hurricane Harvey victims in parts of Texas have until Jan. 31, 2018, to file certain individual and business tax returns and make certain tax payments, the Internal Revenue Service announced today.
IRS Issues Urgent Warning to Beware IRS FBI Themed Ransomware Scam
IR-2017-134, Aug. 28, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service today warned people to avoid a new phishing scheme that impersonates the IRS and the FBI as part of a ransomware scam to take computer data hostage.
San Diego IRS Tax Forum Registration Deadline is Aug. 29; Final Tax Forum for 2017
IR-2017-133, Aug. 24, 2017 — Tax professionals wishing to attend the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum in San Diego can save $115 by registering soon, according to the Internal Revenue Service.
Don’t Take the Bait, Step 7: Protect e-Services Accounts, EFINs
IR-2017-132, Aug. 22, 2017 — The IRS, state tax agencies and the tax industry today reminded tax professionals that they are responsible for protecting access to their IRS e-Services account and safeguarding their Electronic Filing Identification Number (EFIN) from thieves.
IRS Seeks Applications for Advisory Committee for the Tax Exempt and Government Entities Division
IR-2017-131, Aug. 18, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service is seeking applications for vacancies on the Advisory Committee on Tax Exempt and Government Entities (ACT). The committee provides a venue for public input on relevant areas of tax administration.
Don’t Take the Bait, Step 6: Watch Out for the W-2 Email Scam
IR-2017-130, August 15, 2017 — The IRS, state tax agencies and the tax industry today urged tax professionals and businesses to beware of a recent increase in email scams targeting employee Forms W-2.
IRS Reminds Truckers: For Most, Highway Use Tax Return Is Due Aug. 31; E-file Is a Convenient Filing Option
IR-2017-129, Aug. 10, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service today reminded truckers and other owners of heavy highway vehicles that, in most cases, their next federal highway use tax return is due Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017.
IRS Begins Issuing Notices to Taxpayers whose ITINs Expire by End of 2017
IR-2017-128, Aug. 8, 2017 — The IRS began mailing letters this month to more than 1 million taxpayers with expiring ITINs and urges recipients to renew them as quickly as possible to avoid tax refund and processing delays.
Don’t Take the Bait, Step 5: Prevent Remote Access Takeover Attacks
IR-2017-127, Aug. 8, 2017 — The IRS, state tax agencies and the tax industry today reminded tax professionals that their entire digital network could be at risk for remote takeover by cybercriminals.
Security Summit Alert: Tax Pros Warned of New Scam to Steal Their Passwords
IR-2017-126, Aug. 4, 2017— The IRS, state tax agencies and the tax industry today warned tax professionals to be alert to a new phishing email scam impersonating tax software providers and attempting to steal usernames and passwords.
Don’t Take the Bait, Step 4: Defend against Ransomware
IR-2017-125, Aug. 1, 2017 — The IRS, state tax agencies and the tax industry today warned tax professionals that ransomware attacks are on the rise worldwide as bad actors here and abroad infiltrate computer systems and hold sensitive data hostage.
IRS Office of Appeals Pilots Virtual Service
IR-2017-122, July 24, 2017 — The Internal Revenue Service Office of Appeals will soon pilot a new web-based virtual conference option for taxpayers and their representatives.
Taxpayers Should Review Their Withholding; Avoid Having Too Much or Too Little Federal Income Tax Withheld
IR-2017-121, July 20, 2017 — The IRS today encouraged taxpayers to consider checking their tax withholding, keeping in mind several factors that could affect potential refunds or taxes they may owe in 2018.
Commissioner's Comments, Statements and Remarks
Prepared comments, statements and remarks by IRS Commissioner John A. Koskinen.
2017 and Prior Year Filing Season Statistics
Filing season statistics showing cumulative and comparative totals.
Budget in Brief FY 2017
This summarizes how the budget request will enable the agency to meet its strategic goals: improve customer service and enhance enforcement of the tax laws.
IRS Charts a Path Forward with Immediate Actions
The IRS is outlining new actions and next steps to fix problems uncovered with the IRS’ review of tax-exempt applications and improve the wider processes and operations in place at the IRS.
Questions and Answers on 501(c) Organizations
May 15, 2013 — The IRS has received a variety of questions related to the exempt organization issues recently raised. The Q&As answer some basics on the issue.
Fiscal Year 2016 Enforcement and Service Results
The Fiscal Year 2016 Enforcement and Service Results (tables) provide the dollars collected from the examination (audit) and collection functions of the IRS. The results also tally the results of various taxpayer assistance programs.
Compliance & Enforcement News
A collection of recent news releases, statements and other items related to IRS compliance and enforcement efforts.
