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IRS Customer Service and Digital Transformation Act

This act aims to improve customer service at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and speed up tax return processing. Citizens can expect shorter wait times on helplines, faster handling of correspondence, and more electronic forms and digital communication options with the agency. The changes are intended to simplify tax filing and interaction with the IRS.
Key points
Shorter IRS helpline wait times (goal: 90% service level, 95% callback option within 3 minutes).
Faster processing of taxpayer correspondence (goal: 45 days from receipt).
More electronic forms and digital communication options (email, secure messaging, video conferencing).
Easier paper return filing through scanning and optical character recognition technology.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5311
Sponsor: Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH]
Process start date: 2022-12-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

IRS Customer Service and Transformation Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5311.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Shorter IRS helpline wait times (goal: 90% service level, 95% callback option within 3 minutes).
  • Faster processing of taxpayer correspondence (goal: 45 days from receipt).
  • More electronic forms and digital communication options (email, secure messaging, video conferencing).
  • Easier paper return filing through scanning and optical character recognition technology.
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 Sen. Portman, Rob [R-OH].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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