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Bill115th CongressFiled Apr 10, 2018Taxation
H.R. 5445

21st Century IRS Act

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21st Century IRS Act

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to establish requirements for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding cybersecurity, the protection of taxpayer identities, information technology, and electronic systems.

With respect to cybersecurity and identity protection, the bill:

  • requires the IRS to work with the public and private sectors to protect taxpayers from identity theft refund fraud,
  • requires the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee to make recommendations to prevent identity theft and refund fraud,
  • authorizes the IRS to participate in an information sharing and analysis center for identity theft tax refund fraud, and
  • prohibits the disclosure of returns or return information to contractors or other agents for agencies that do not comply with confidentiality safeguards.

The IRS must develop and implement:

  • online accounts to provide services to taxpayers and return preparers,
  • a process for accepting electronic tax forms and supporting documents,
  • an Internet platform for Form 1099 filings,
  • a fully automated program for disclosing taxpayer information for third-party income verification using the Internet, and
  • uniform standards and procedures for the acceptance of electronic signatures.

The bill also:

  • establishes the position of IRS Chief Information Officer;
  • limits redisclosures and uses of tax return information by individuals designated by taxpayers to receive the information;
  • allows the IRS to require additional taxpayers to file returns electronically; and
  • allows the IRS to pay fees for the use of credit, debit, or charge cards for tax payments if the fees are recouped by charging taxpayers.

What just happenedApr 18, 2018

Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 831, H.R. 5445 is laid on the table.

Who’s behind it

Rep. Bishop, Mike [R-MI-8](R-MI)Sponsor
6 cosponsors2 D4 R
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  1. Apr 18, 2018FloorH1B000

    Pursuant to the provisions of H. Res. 831, H.R. 5445 is laid on the table.

  2. Apr 18, 2018FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  3. Apr 18, 2018FloorH37100

    On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 414 - 3 (Roll no. 145). (text: CR H3422-3424)

  4. Apr 18, 2018Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 414 - 3 (Roll no. 145).(text: CR H3422-3424)

  5. Apr 18, 2018FloorH30000

    Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3428-3429)

  6. Apr 18, 2018FloorH8D000

    POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 5445, the Chair put the question on passage of the bill, and by voice vote, announced that the ayes had prevailed. Ms. Jenkins (KS) demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings on the question of passage of H.R. 5445 until later in the legislative day.

  7. Apr 18, 2018FloorH35000

    The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.

  8. Apr 18, 2018FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 5445.

  9. Apr 18, 2018FloorH8D000

    Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5444 and H.R. 5445. Rule provides for consideration of both H.R. 5444 and H.R. 5445 under closed rules with one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the Chair and Ranking Member of the Committee on Ways and Means for each measure. Rule also provides for one motion to recommit with or without instructions for each measure.

  10. Apr 18, 2018FloorH30000

    Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 831. (consideration: CR H3422-3428)

  11. Apr 18, 2018FloorH1L220

    Rule H. Res. 831 passed House.

  12. Apr 16, 2018FloorH1L210

    Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 831 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5444 and H.R. 5445. Rule provides for consideration of both H.R. 5444 and H.R. 5445 under closed rules with one hour of debate equally divided and controlled by the Chair and Ranking Member of the Committee on Ways and Means for each measure. Rule also provides for one motion to recommit with or without instructions for each measure.

  13. Apr 13, 2018CalendarsH12410

    Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 489.

  14. Apr 13, 2018CommitteeH12200

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 115-638.

    Ways and Means Committee
  15. Apr 13, 2018Committee5000

    Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 115-638.

    Ways and Means Committee
  16. Apr 11, 2018Committee

    Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

    Ways and Means Committee
  17. Apr 11, 2018Committee

    Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

    Ways and Means Committee
  18. Apr 10, 2018IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

    Ways and Means Committee
  19. Apr 10, 2018IntroReferralIntro-H

    Introduced in House

  20. Apr 10, 2018IntroReferral1000

    Introduced in House

Reported to House with amendment(s)Apr 13, 201817

21st Century IRS Act

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to establish requirements for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding cybersecurity, the protection of taxpayer identities, information technology, and electronic systems.

With respect to cybersecurity and identity protection, the bill:

  • requires the IRS to work with the public and private sectors to protect taxpayers from identity theft refund fraud,
  • requires the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee to make recommendations to prevent identity theft and refund fraud,
  • authorizes the IRS to participate in an information sharing and analysis center for identity theft tax refund fraud, and
  • prohibits the disclosure of returns or return information to contractors or other agents for agencies that do not comply with confidentiality safeguards.

The IRS must develop and implement:

  • online accounts to provide services to taxpayers and return preparers,
  • a process for accepting electronic tax forms and supporting documents,
  • an Internet platform for Form 1099 filings,
  • a fully automated program for disclosing taxpayer information for third-party income verification using the Internet, and
  • uniform standards and procedures for the acceptance of electronic signatures.

The bill also:

  • establishes the position of IRS Chief Information Officer;
  • limits redisclosures and uses of tax return information by individuals designated by taxpayers to receive the information;
  • allows the IRS to require additional taxpayers to file returns electronically; and
  • allows the IRS to pay fees for the use of credit, debit, or charge cards for tax payments if the fees are recouped by charging taxpayers.
Introduced in HouseApr 10, 2018

21st Century IRS Act

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to establish requirements for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding cybersecurity, the protection of taxpayer identities, information technology, and electronic systems.

With respect to cybersecurity and identity protection, the bill:

  • requires the IRS to work with the public and private sectors to protect taxpayers from identity theft refund fraud,
  • requires the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee to make recommendations to prevent identity theft and refund fraud,
  • authorizes the IRS to participate in an information sharing and analysis center for identity theft tax refund fraud, and
  • prohibits the disclosure of returns or return information to contractors or other agents for agencies that do not comply with confidentiality safeguards.

The IRS must develop and implement:

  • online accounts to provide services to taxpayers and return preparers,
  • a process for accepting electronic tax forms and supporting documents,
  • an Internet platform for Form 1099 filings,
  • a fully automated program for disclosing taxpayer information for third-party income verification using the Internet, and
  • uniform standards and procedures for the acceptance of electronic signatures.

The bill also:

  • establishes the position of IRS Chief Information Officer;
  • limits redisclosures and uses of tax return information by individuals designated by taxpayers to receive the information;
  • allows the IRS to require additional taxpayers to file returns electronically; and
  • allows the IRS to pay fees for the use of credit, debit, or charge cards for tax payments if the fees are recouped by charging taxpayers.
21st Century IRS Act — Informed