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Simplify Tax Rules, Protect Taxpayer Privacy

This act aims to simplify certain tax regulations, increase the income threshold for exempt organizations' reporting, and protect taxpayer privacy by increasing penalties for unauthorized disclosure of information. It also modifies the use of state and territory recovery funds.
Key points
Increases the income threshold below which tax-exempt organizations are not required to file detailed reports with the IRS (from $5,000 to $50,000).
Prohibits the use of Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery funds by states and territories for deposit into any pension fund.
Significantly increases penalties for unauthorized disclosure of taxpayer information by IRS employees and tax return preparers (up to $250,000).
Restricts the use of IRS funds for certain activities, including auditing individual taxpayers with adjusted gross income below $400,000.
Establishes a program to recruit private sector tax experts to join the IRS to handle complex cases and train employees.
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Print number: 117_HR_7485
Sponsor: Rep. Rice, Tom [R-SC-7]
Process start date: 2022-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Simplify, Don’t Amplify the IRS Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7485.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increases the income threshold below which tax-exempt organizations are not required to file detailed reports with the IRS (from $5,000 to $50,000).
  • Prohibits the use of Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery funds by states and territories for deposit into any pension fund.
  • Significantly increases penalties for unauthorized disclosure of taxpayer information by IRS employees and tax return preparers (up to $250,000).
  • Restricts the use of IRS funds for certain activities, including auditing individual taxpayers with adjusted gross income below $400,000.
  • Establishes a program to recruit private sector tax experts to join the IRS to handle complex cases and train employees.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Rice, Tom [R-SC-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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