IRS TAX PROBLEMS: What if the IRS closes?

San Mateo, CA: What happens at the IRS if there is a government shutdown?

The IRS announced today they have contingency plans should the government experience a shutdown this weekend as Congress continues to struggle to pass a budget.

The IRS plan includes:

1. Close all call centers; NO CALLS TO THE IRS WILL BE ANSWERED
2. Close all Taxpayer Assistance Centers where taxpayers can make an in-person appointment to get tax matters addressed
3. Stop all non-automated refunds to taxpayers
4. Stop processing taxpayer transcripts
5. Stop opening and responding to mailed correspondence
6. Cease audits, unless the statute of limitations may lapse

BUT---SURPRISE!  The IRS will ensure that tax payments are processed during the shutdown.

These are the changes forecast for the first 5 days of a government shutdown.   The IRS will reevaluate these and additional contingencies if the shutdown exceeds 5 days.

This coming at the time when 2022 tax returns on extension are due on 10/16/23 should add to the chaos.  Stay tuned.

Kevin Rego

Law Office of Kevin Rego

www.regotaxlaw.com

650.933.5222