John Lewis Taxpayer Protection Act

The John Lewis Taxpayer Protection Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 3738, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at protecting taxpayers from identity theft and tax fraud. The bill is named after the late civil rights leader and congressman John Lewis.

The main provisions of the bill include strengthening the security measures for taxpayer information held by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to prevent unauthorized access and misuse. This includes implementing stricter protocols for verifying the identity of individuals filing tax returns and requesting refunds.

Additionally, the John Lewis Taxpayer Protection Act seeks to increase penalties for individuals found guilty of committing tax fraud or identity theft. This is intended to deter fraudulent activities and hold perpetrators accountable for their actions. The bill also includes provisions for improving taxpayer education and awareness about the risks of identity theft and tax fraud. This includes providing resources and information to help taxpayers protect themselves from becoming victims of these crimes. Overall, the John Lewis Taxpayer Protection Act aims to enhance the security and integrity of the tax system, protect taxpayers from financial harm, and uphold the trust and confidence in the IRS. It is currently being reviewed and debated in Congress, with bipartisan support for its passage.