IRS Seeks Comments on Easing Newspaper Pension Bureaucracy
Published Date: 1/24/2025
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Summary
The IRS wants your thoughts on some paperwork rules about special pension plans for community newspapers and single employers. They’re looking to make things easier and less time-consuming for everyone involved. If you’re connected to these pension plans, now’s the time to speak up before the deadline hits!
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