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ESTABLISHED

The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) organization was established in January 1999, in accordance with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998 to provide independent oversight of IRS activities.


VISION STATEMENT

We are a respected member of the government community:
  • Independent, objective and professional in the conduct of our mission.
  • Dedicated and innovative professionals who take pride in promoting fair tax administration and good government.
  • Proud of our past and focused on our future.


MISSION

Provide audit and investigative services that promote economy, efficiency and integrity in the administration of the internal revenue laws.


REPORT FRAUD, WASTE, OR ABUSE

Call toll free 1-800-366-4484
or write to
Treasury Inspector General
for Tax Administration Hotline
P.O. Box 589
Ben Franklin Station
Washington, DC 20044-0589


OBTAIN PUBLICATIONS

To obtain copies of audit reports, semiannual reports and other TIGTA products, please contact our Congressional and Media Liaisons at (202) 622-6500 or visit our web site at:
http://www.treas.gov/tigta/

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