Save Taxpayers’ Privacy Act

Bill 117 HR 6616, also known as the Save Taxpayers' Privacy Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect the privacy of taxpayers by prohibiting the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) from collecting or using personal information for purposes other than tax administration.

The bill specifically prohibits the IRS from using taxpayer information for any non-tax related purposes, such as immigration enforcement or criminal investigations. It also requires the IRS to obtain consent from taxpayers before sharing their information with other government agencies or third parties.

Additionally, the Save Taxpayers' Privacy Act includes provisions to increase transparency and accountability within the IRS. It requires the agency to report annually to Congress on its data collection practices and any instances of unauthorized use of taxpayer information. Overall, the goal of this bill is to ensure that taxpayers' personal information is protected and used only for legitimate tax administration purposes. It aims to prevent any misuse or unauthorized access to taxpayer data, ultimately safeguarding the privacy rights of American citizens.