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Protecting Taxpayer Resources Act
4/6/2025, 4:53 AM
Summary of Bill HR 2421
Bill 119 HR 2421, also known as the "IRS Personnel Determination Act," aims to require the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration to make a specific determination regarding the imposition of certain functions on personnel of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as a function of the Department of Homeland Security. This bill seeks to clarify and potentially limit the extent to which IRS personnel may be required to carry out duties related to homeland security.
The bill does not specify the exact nature of the functions that may be imposed on IRS personnel by the Department of Homeland Security, but it does emphasize the need for a clear determination by the Treasury Inspector General. This determination would likely involve an assessment of the potential impact on IRS operations and the ability of IRS personnel to effectively carry out their primary tax administration duties.
In addition to addressing the issue of imposing homeland security functions on IRS personnel, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. These additional purposes are not explicitly outlined in the bill text, but they may relate to broader concerns about the role and responsibilities of the IRS within the federal government. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2421 represents an effort to ensure that IRS personnel are not unduly burdened with additional duties that could detract from their core mission of tax administration. By requiring a specific determination by the Treasury Inspector General, the bill aims to promote transparency and accountability in the allocation of responsibilities within the federal government.
The bill does not specify the exact nature of the functions that may be imposed on IRS personnel by the Department of Homeland Security, but it does emphasize the need for a clear determination by the Treasury Inspector General. This determination would likely involve an assessment of the potential impact on IRS operations and the ability of IRS personnel to effectively carry out their primary tax administration duties.
In addition to addressing the issue of imposing homeland security functions on IRS personnel, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes. These additional purposes are not explicitly outlined in the bill text, but they may relate to broader concerns about the role and responsibilities of the IRS within the federal government. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2421 represents an effort to ensure that IRS personnel are not unduly burdened with additional duties that could detract from their core mission of tax administration. By requiring a specific determination by the Treasury Inspector General, the bill aims to promote transparency and accountability in the allocation of responsibilities within the federal government.
Congressional Summary of HR 2421
Protecting Taxpayer Resources Act
This bill provides that Department of Homeland Security functions (e.g., immigration enforcement) may not be assigned to Internal Revenue Service (IRS) personnel (e.g., IRS criminal investigators) unless the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration determines (1) such IRS personnel are trained to administer such functions, and (2) the imposition of such functions on IRS personnel will not impede the IRS from enforcing federal tax law and providing quality services to taxpayers.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2421
Bill HR 2421 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2421 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 27, 2025. Bill HR 2421's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. as of March 27, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2421
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
1Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2421
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2421
To require a certain determination by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration regarding the imposition on personnel of the Internal Revenue Service a function of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
To require a certain determination by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration regarding the imposition on personnel of the Internal Revenue Service a function of the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2421
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