Senate introduces bill to change how tax preparers are verified
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The Strengthening EFIN Confirmation for User Reliability and Electronic (SECURE) Tax Filing Act is a bill introduced in the Senate. It would require the IRS to implement new procedures for verifying Electronic Filing Identification Numbers (EFINs). An EFIN is a unique number given to tax professionals so they can file returns electronically on behalf of clients.
Why it matters: This is a technical update aimed at reducing identity theft and fraud in the electronic tax filing system by making it harder for unauthorized users to obtain or use filing credentials.
Who it affects
- Tax preparers and accounting firms
This information comes from Congress.gov regarding a Senate bill; please consult the official text before relying on this information.
Agency: Senate
Source: Congress.gov — read the official document