A bill to prohibit the Internal Revenue Service from allowing IRS personnel to use a personal device, including a mobile device, to access, process, transmit, or store taxpayer information.

Bill 118 s 4257, also known as the "IRS Personal Device Prohibition Act," aims to prevent IRS personnel from using personal devices, such as mobile phones, to access, process, transmit, or store taxpayer information. The bill seeks to enhance the security and privacy of taxpayer information by restricting the use of personal devices that may not have the necessary security measures in place to protect sensitive data.

If passed, this legislation would require IRS personnel to only use approved devices provided by the agency for handling taxpayer information. This measure is intended to reduce the risk of unauthorized access or data breaches that could compromise the confidentiality of taxpayer information.

The bill does not specify any penalties for non-compliance, but it is likely that disciplinary actions would be taken against IRS personnel found to be in violation of the prohibition on personal device use for handling taxpayer information. Overall, the IRS Personal Device Prohibition Act is a proactive step towards safeguarding taxpayer information and ensuring that it is handled securely and responsibly by IRS personnel.