IRS Seeks Feedback on Tax Breaks for Corporate Whistleblowers
Published Date: 1/20/2026
Notice
Summary
The IRS wants your thoughts on a form that helps whistleblowers pay less tax upfront on their award money. If you’ve blown the whistle and expect a payout, this form could save you some cash by lowering the tax withheld. Comments are open until March 23, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in!
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Apply to Lower Withholding on Whistleblower Awards
If you expect to receive a whistleblower award, Form 14693 lets you ask the IRS to reduce the tax withheld from that payment so less is taken out up front. The form gives a pre-award chance to show your attorney fees and court costs; it is OMB Control No. 1545-2273 and comments on the collection are due March 23, 2026. The IRS estimates 10 responses, about 45 minutes per response, and a total annual burden of 8 hours.
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