IRS Hosts Tax Tech Meeting: Easier Online Filing Ahead?
Published Date: 5/19/2025
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Summary
The Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee is having a public meeting to talk about how to make paying taxes online easier and better for everyone. This affects taxpayers, tax pros, and tech folks who want smoother, faster tax filing. The meeting will help shape future updates that could save time and maybe even money during tax season.
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