Preventing IRS Abuse and Protecting Free Speech Act

Bill 114 hr 5053, also known as the Preventing IRS Abuse and Protecting Free Speech Act, aims to prevent the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from targeting individuals or groups based on their political beliefs. The bill seeks to protect the free speech rights of taxpayers by prohibiting the IRS from collecting information on their political affiliations or beliefs.

Under the provisions of the bill, the IRS would be prohibited from targeting individuals or groups for audits or other forms of harassment based on their political beliefs. The bill also includes measures to increase transparency and accountability within the IRS, requiring the agency to report to Congress on any actions taken against taxpayers based on their political beliefs.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions to strengthen the oversight of the IRS, ensuring that the agency is held accountable for any abuses of power. This includes requiring the IRS to provide regular updates to Congress on its activities and prohibiting the agency from using taxpayer information for political purposes. Overall, the Preventing IRS Abuse and Protecting Free Speech Act aims to safeguard the rights of taxpayers and prevent the IRS from engaging in politically motivated actions. By increasing transparency and accountability within the agency, the bill seeks to ensure that the IRS operates in a fair and impartial manner, upholding the principles of free speech and political neutrality.