hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Limits IRS staff in tax appeal meetings without taxpayer consent.
Rep. De La Cruz and Rep. Nunn of Iowa.
Introduced in the House, no vote yet.
This bill, introduced by Representative De La Cruz and Representative Nunn of Iowa, would require a taxpayer's consent for any IRS employee, other than an appeals officer, to attend a meeting about their tax dispute. It has been referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means for review.
Introduced Mar 27, 2026
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on March 27, 2026, and sent to the Committee on Ways and Means. For it to become law, it must pass both the House and Senate, and then be signed by the President.
If this bill becomes law, when you appeal an IRS decision, no IRS employee who isn't part of the Independent Office of Appeals could attend your conference without your permission. This means you would have direct control over who from the IRS is present during these sensitive discussions, potentially making the process feel more tailored and private to your situation.
Supporters Say
Supporters would argue this bill strengthens taxpayer rights by giving them more control over their appeal process.
Critics Say
Critics might argue it could make the IRS appeal process less efficient by limiting participation of relevant staff.
Those in favor believe that by requiring taxpayer consent for certain IRS staff to attend appeal conferences, the process becomes fairer and more focused on resolving the dispute with the taxpayer's comfort in mind. Opponents might raise concerns that excluding certain IRS personnel, such as auditors familiar with the case, could hinder the appeals office's ability to fully understand and resolve the dispute efficiently.