Most Serious Problems Infographics
About the Annual Report to Congress
The existing tax code makes compliance difficult, requiring taxpayers to devote excessive time to preparing and filing their returns, and leaving many unaware how their taxes are computed and even what rate of tax they pay. It enables sophisticated taxpayers to reduce their tax liabilities and provides criminals with opportunities to commit tax fraud; and by creating an impression that many taxpayers are not compliant, it undermines trust in the system and reduces the incentive that honest taxpayers feel to comply.
Executive Summary
The Executive Summary includes a concise breakdown of key issues addressed in the report. Get a quick update on the most serious problems facing taxpayers today, proposals for new legislation to solve them, important tax cases in the federal courts, and extensive studies on easing the burden for taxpayers.
News Release
National Taxpayer Advocate Nina E. Olson today released her Annual Report to Congress, identifying the need for tax reform as the overriding priority in tax administration. The Advocate also expressed concern...