Taxpayer Rights and Standards for Tax Return Preparers
This act aims to increase transparency and accountability within the tax system. It introduces new rules regarding taxpayer rights, placing them prominently in the tax code for easier understanding. Additionally, the act establishes mandatory competency standards for tax return preparers, intending to ensure better service quality and protect citizens from errors.
Key points
Taxpayer rights, such as the right to be informed, to quality service, or to privacy, will now be more visible and easily accessible in the regulations.
Tax return preparers will be required to meet minimum competency standards, including passing exams, completing continuing education, and background checks, to enhance their professionalism.
Penalties will be introduced for incompetent or disreputable tax return preparers, aiming to protect citizens from fraud and errors.
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