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IRS Invites Recommendations for Priority Guidance Plan

The Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service are soliciting recommendations for items to be included on the 2023-2024 Priority Guidance Plan.

May 05 2023

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IRS Announces Deadline Relief for California Severe Winter Storms

The IRS has announced the postponement of certain tax-related deadlines for victims of severe winter storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides, and mudslides in California.

May 05 2023

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Prime Interest Rate Increased to 8.25 Percent

Effective May 3, 2023, the prime interest rate increased from 8.00 percent to 8.25 percent.

May 04 2023

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Senate Proposal Would Make Certain ABLE Tax Provisions Permanent

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) and co-sponsor Senator Mike Braun (R-IN) have introduced S. 1226, a bill to make permanent several individual tax provisions.

May 04 2023

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Washington Pulse: IRS Releases Proposed Forfeiture Guidance

The IRS recently released proposed regulations regarding the use of forfeitures within qualified retirement plans.

May 03 2023

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INSULIN Act Proposed in Senate

Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and co-sponsor Susan Collins (R-ME) have introduced S. 1269, the INSULIN Act of 2023.

May 03 2023

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IRS Announces Deadline Relief for Florida Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding

The IRS has announced the postponement of certain tax-related deadlines for victims of severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding in Florida.

May 02 2023
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IRS Releases Draft Instructions for Determination Filings of Modified Nonstandardized Pre-Approved Plans

The IRS has published a June 2023 draft of instructions for Form 5307, Application for Determination for Adopters of Modified Nonstandardized Pre-Approved Plans.

May 02 2023
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IRS Issues Memorandum Addressing Medical Expense Substantiation

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently released a memorandum from the Office of the Chief Counsel addressing claims substantiation for payment or reimbursement of medical and dependent care expenses.

May 02 2023

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Retirement Plan Disaster Assistance May Be Available for Florida Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a disaster declaration on April 27, 2023, for severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding in Florida, for the incident period of April 12, 2023 – April 14, 2023.

May 01 2023