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Taxpayer Data Protection: Higher Penalties for Unauthorized Disclosure

This Act significantly increases the financial and criminal penalties for government employees who illegally disclose citizens' private tax information. The goal is to enhance the security and confidentiality of your financial data held by tax authorities. Disclosing data belonging to multiple individuals will now be treated as multiple separate violations.
Key points
Penalties for the illegal disclosure of your tax data increase from $5,000 to $250,000.
The maximum prison sentence for this offense increases from 5 to 10 years.
If data from multiple taxpayers is disclosed, each affected person constitutes a separate violation, multiplying the criminal liability.
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Print number: 118_HR_8292
Sponsor: Rep. Smith, Jason [R-MO-8]
Process start date: 2024-05-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Taxpayer Data Protection Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8292.

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 2024-05-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Penalties for the illegal disclosure of your tax data increase from $5,000 to $250,000.
  • The maximum prison sentence for this offense increases from 5 to 10 years.
  • If data from multiple taxpayers is disclosed, each affected person constitutes a separate violation, multiplying the criminal liability.
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. Smith, Jason [R-MO-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H5254)

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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