Fischer Introduces Taxpayer Accountability Act

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U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) released the following statement after introducing S. 186 - The Taxpayer Accountability Act this morning:

"This morning I reintroduced a bill that will ensure taxpayers' privacy and beliefs are safeguarded. Nebraskans and all Americans have the absolute right to expect the IRS to be free from political influence, with taxpayers treated fairly and enforcement carried out in an unbiased manner. This legislation protects the constitutional rights of taxpayers, increases transparency, and forces accountability at the IRS - which has a long way to go to regain credibility and restore public trust."

Senator Deb Fischer introduced S. 186 - The Taxpayer Accountability Act. It was revealed that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) had systematically targeted and delayed the applications of conservative organizations that applied for tax-exempt status beginning in 2010. This scandal later led to the resignation of IRS Director Lois Lerner. The legislation introduced today would hold the IRS accountable for their dealings with American taxpayers and ensure they are protected from unnecessary overreach by the IRS.

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