House Approves IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act to Enhance Tax Compliance
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act, a bipartisan effort to enhance the IRS's Whistleblower Awards Program. Co-sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly and Rep. Mike Thompson, the bill aims to improve the appeals process for whistleblowers, protect their anonymity, and ensure timely award payments. The legislation also seeks to align the tax treatment of attorney's fees for whistleblowers with other federal programs. The bill passed with overwhelming support and will now proceed to the Senate for consideration. The program has been instrumental in recovering billions in unpaid taxes and serves as a deterrent against tax evasion. 
