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IRS Employees Return to Office: Faster Tax Processing

New law mandates IRS employees to return to their offices to clear the backlog of tax returns. Funding for the IRS will be withheld until all backlogs are eliminated, potentially impacting the speed of citizen services.
Key points
IRS employees who teleworked due to COVID-19 must return to their offices.
Telework is prohibited until all outstanding tax returns are processed.
New funding for the IRS will be withheld until the tax processing backlog is cleared.
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Print number: 118_HR_474
Sponsor: Rep. Meuser, Daniel [R-PA-9]
Process start date: 2023-01-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

RETURN Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_474.

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 2023-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • IRS employees who teleworked due to COVID-19 must return to their offices.
  • Telework is prohibited until all outstanding tax returns are processed.
  • New funding for the IRS will be withheld until the tax processing backlog is cleared.
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. Meuser, Daniel [R-PA-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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