Agency News
House Bill Cuts IRS Budget, Imposes Restrictions
A spending bill has been introduced in the House that would reduce the overall budget for the IRS and impose new restrictions on the agency.
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Stay informed with the latest IRS news and updates specifically curated for current and former federal employees. This section covers critical changes to federal tax laws, FEHB and TSP tax implications, and IRS guidance impacting the civil service. Whether you are navigating your high-3 salary tax brackets or looking for the latest on federal pay raises and agency-wide policy shifts, find the expert analysis you need to manage your career and retirement effectively.
Court Cases
Former IRS Revenue Officer Heading to Prison for Tax Evasion
A former IRS revenue officer has been sentenced to prison for tax evasion despite operating a business in which he helped clients deal with tax problems.
Agency News
New Budget Bill Contains Directives for IRS
The spending bill that just became law contains some provisions directed at the IRS that will be of particular interest to federal employees who work there.
Agency News
IRS Employee Indicted for Stealing Taxpayer IDs and Filing Fraudulent Returns
An IRS employee has been indicted for wire fraud and identity theft of taxpayers' personal information.
Agency News
Some in the Media Suggest IRS Employees Should Leak Trump’s Tax Returns
Some in the media have suggested that federal employees at the IRS should consider leaking Donald Trump's tax returns. There are considerable consequences to doing this, however.
Agency News
IRS Using Private Debt Collectors for Unpaid Taxes
The IRS recently announced that it will use a small number of private collection firms for some delinquent tax debts.
Agency News
Lawmakers Ask Attorney General to Review Lois Lerner Case
Two House Republicans have asked the Attorney General to take a fresh look at Lois Lerner and her involvement in the IRS targeting scandal.
Agency News
Tax Preparer Went Gambling Instead of Sending the IRS Her Clients’ Tax Payments
A Mississippi tax preparer has pleaded guilty to taking her customers' payments intended for the IRS and spending them in local casinos.
Agency News
Average 2017 Tax Refund: $2,878
Are you getting a tax refund this year? Here is how it compares to the national average.
Agency News
More Lawmakers Call for IRS Commissioner to Be Fired
A second group of lawmakers are asking President Trump to fire IRS Commissioner John Koskinen.