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Taxpayer Data Protection Act
10/7/2024, 10:53 PM
Summary of Bill S 5135
The Taxpayer Data Protection Act, also known as Bill 118 s 5135, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance the protection of taxpayer data and prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.
If passed, the Taxpayer Data Protection Act would require the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to implement additional security measures to safeguard taxpayer data. This includes implementing stronger encryption protocols, conducting regular security audits, and providing training to IRS employees on how to properly handle sensitive information.
Furthermore, the bill would also establish harsher penalties for individuals or organizations found guilty of unlawfully accessing taxpayer data. This is aimed at deterring potential hackers and ensuring that taxpayer information remains secure. Overall, the Taxpayer Data Protection Act seeks to strengthen the security measures in place to protect taxpayer data and prevent any unauthorized access. This bill is important in ensuring the privacy and security of taxpayers' sensitive information and is currently being debated in Congress.
If passed, the Taxpayer Data Protection Act would require the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to implement additional security measures to safeguard taxpayer data. This includes implementing stronger encryption protocols, conducting regular security audits, and providing training to IRS employees on how to properly handle sensitive information.
Furthermore, the bill would also establish harsher penalties for individuals or organizations found guilty of unlawfully accessing taxpayer data. This is aimed at deterring potential hackers and ensuring that taxpayer information remains secure. Overall, the Taxpayer Data Protection Act seeks to strengthen the security measures in place to protect taxpayer data and prevent any unauthorized access. This bill is important in ensuring the privacy and security of taxpayers' sensitive information and is currently being debated in Congress.
Congressional Summary of S 5135
Taxpayer Data Protection Act
This bill increases criminal penalties for unauthorized disclosures of taxpayer information.
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Current Status of Bill S 5135
Bill S 5135 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 23, 2024. Bill S 5135 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 23, 2024. Bill S 5135's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of September 23, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 5135
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 5135
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 5135
Taxpayer Data Protection Act
Taxpayer Data Protection Act
A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase penalties for unauthorized disclosure of taxpayer information.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 5135
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