Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) Addresses IRS Concerns During Ways and Means Oversight Subcommittee Hearing

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During the hearing on the IRS filing season, Congresswoman Gwen Moore (WI-4) raised awareness regarding the reintroduction of private debt collection, which leaves tax payers vulnerable to scams and exploitative tactics. "The National Taxpayer Advocate's office has found that the program costs more than private debt collection firms bring in, which is one of the long standing criticisms of such efforts. "This is wasteful, costly and disproportionately impacts the most vulnerable Americans," said Rep. Moore.

The Congresswoman also raised the issue of the IRS targeting taxpayers who rely on the EITC, one of the nation's best poverty alleviation programs. This critical credit can cover nearly a third of a family's annual income. Delaying tax returns poor families depend on creates an undue burden. "The IRS should focus its limited resources on compliance and audit efforts that target the Tax Gap and abusive tax dodge schemes."

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