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Banning Personal Devices for IRS Staff Handling Taxpayer Data.

This bill completely prohibits Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employees, contractors, and volunteers from using their personal phones, tablets, or laptops to handle confidential taxpayer information. The goal is to enhance security and protect your sensitive financial data from leaks or unauthorized access. This ensures your data is processed only on secure, government-issued equipment.
Key points
All IRS personnel must exclusively use government-issued equipment when accessing, processing, or storing taxpayer information.
The ban applies to any personal electronic device (BYOD) that could store or process your tax data, including smartphones and laptops.
Strengthening the privacy and security protections for taxpayer data by eliminating risks associated with private devices.
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Print number: 118_S_4257
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Process start date: 2024-05-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

END BYOD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4257.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-05-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All IRS personnel must exclusively use government-issued equipment when accessing, processing, or storing taxpayer information.
  • The ban applies to any personal electronic device (BYOD) that could store or process your tax data, including smartphones and laptops.
  • Strengthening the privacy and security protections for taxpayer data by eliminating risks associated with private devices.
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. Thune, John [R-SD].

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 2025-12-26.

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Taxes Security Informatization