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IRS Announces Two New Appeals Programs IR-2008-135, Dec.1, 2008 — IRS announces two year tests of two appeals programs. Plan Now to Get Full Benefit of Saver’s Credit; Tax Break Helps Low- and Moderate-Income Workers Save for Retirement IR-2008-134, Dec. 1, 2008 — Low- and moderate-income workers can take steps now to save for retirement and earn a special tax credit in 2008 and the years ahead, according to the IRS. New Law Encourages Cash Donations for Midwest Disaster Relief IR-2008-133, Nov. 25, 2008 –– Taxpayers who make qualifying cash contributions for disaster relief efforts in the Midwest could benefit from a recently passed law that suspends the percentage-of-income limits that would normally apply when taxpayers deduct the contributions on their 2008 federal tax returns. IRS Issues Fall 2008 Statistics Of Income Bulletin IR-2008-132, Nov. 24, 2008 — IRS statistics for tax year 2006 are now available providing tax related details about sole proprietorships, partnerships, certain foreign corporations, tax exempt organizations and personal wealth. IRS Announces 2009 Standard Mileage Rates IR-2008-131, Nov. 24, 2008 — The IRS issued the 2009 optional standard mileage rates used for the deductible costs of operating an automobile for business, charitable, medical or moving purposes. 2008 IRSAC Report Made Available at Public Meeting IR-2008-130, Nov. 19, 2008 — Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council makes its annual recommendations public today. |
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Stimulus Payments — What You Need to Know News releases, questions and answers, scenarios and more, including special information for Social Security recipients and veterans. Compliance & Enforcement News A collection of recent news releases, statements and other items related to IRS compliance and enforcement efforts. Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit Feb. 2008 — Information on hybrid cars, including the certified car models and the amount of the tax credit or deduction for each. Frequently updated. Tax Relief in Disaster Situations Tax relief provisions for disaster situations. Telephone Excise Tax Refund The Telephone Excise Tax Refund (TETR) is a one-time payment available on your 2006 federal tax return. It is designed to refund previously collected long distance telephone taxes. Katrina News Releases & Legal Guidance A list of the news releases and legal guidance issued by the IRS related to Hurricane Katrina relief. Commissioner's Comments, Statements and Remarks Various topics including tax administration, the IRS budget and tax shelters. 2007 - 2008 Priority Guidance Plan |
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