IRS Seeks Input on ID Theft Victim Paperwork Hassles
Published Date: 3/26/2026
Notice
Summary
The IRS wants your thoughts on how much paperwork identity theft victims face when giving permission to share their info. They’re checking if the forms are clear and not too much work, aiming to make things easier and faster. If you have ideas or concerns, send them in by May 26, 2026—this helps save time and hassle for everyone involved!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Large Paperwork Burden for Form 8821
If you or your business appoint someone to receive or inspect your tax information using IRS Form 8821, the IRS estimates 3,393,083 respondents will spend about 1 hour and 3 minutes each completing the form, for a total of 3,562,738 annual burden hours. The IRS is asking for comments on this paperwork burden and will accept comments through May 26, 2026.
Small Paperwork Burden for Form 8821-A
If you are a victim of identity theft and the IRS discloses returns to state or local law enforcement using Form 8821-A, the IRS estimates 182 respondents will spend about 9 minutes each completing the form, for a total of 30 annual burden hours. The IRS is soliciting comments on this information collection through May 26, 2026.
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