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New Rules for Tax Preparers and IRS System Improvements.

This act introduces new regulations for tax return preparers to enhance their competence and accountability. Additionally, the IRS will improve its systems to better identify and support individuals facing financial hardship and enhance tax software security. The goal is to protect citizens from dishonest practices and ensure a fairer tax system.
Key points
Tax preparers will need to meet minimum standards, including passing an exam, completing continuing education, and undergoing background checks.
The IRS will have increased authority to sanction dishonest or incompetent tax preparers, including rescinding their identification numbers.
The IRS will implement new tools to identify taxpayers at risk of economic hardship, helping them manage debt and avoid automated collection actions.
New security standards will be established for tax software to protect citizens' data.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_1983
Sponsor: Rep. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-9]
Process start date: 2025-03-10
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Tax Return Preparer Accountability Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_1983.

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 2025-03-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Tax preparers will need to meet minimum standards, including passing an exam, completing continuing education, and undergoing background checks.
  • The IRS will have increased authority to sanction dishonest or incompetent tax preparers, including rescinding their identification numbers.
  • The IRS will implement new tools to identify taxpayers at risk of economic hardship, helping them manage debt and avoid automated collection actions.
  • New security standards will be established for tax software to protect citizens' data.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Cohen, Steve [D-TN-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 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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