Ensuring Integrity in the IRS Workforce Act of 2016

Bill 114 hr 3724, also known as the Ensuring Integrity in the IRS Workforce Act of 2016, aims to address concerns about the integrity of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) workforce. The bill was introduced in the 114th Congress in 2016.

The main provisions of the bill include requiring the IRS to conduct background checks on all new employees and contractors, as well as periodic checks on current employees. This is intended to ensure that individuals with a history of criminal activity or other misconduct are not working for the IRS.

Additionally, the bill requires the IRS to develop and implement a comprehensive ethics training program for all employees. This training would cover topics such as conflicts of interest, ethical decision-making, and the importance of maintaining the public's trust in the IRS. The bill also includes provisions to strengthen whistleblower protections for IRS employees who report misconduct or violations of law within the agency. This is intended to encourage employees to come forward with information about wrongdoing without fear of retaliation. Overall, the Ensuring Integrity in the IRS Workforce Act of 2016 seeks to improve the integrity and accountability of the IRS workforce, ensuring that taxpayers can have confidence in the agency's ability to fairly and effectively administer the tax laws.