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IRS Reminds Small Tax-Exempt Organizations of the First Filing Date for the e-Postcard Electronic Notice
IR-2008-71, May 13, 2008 –– The IRS reminds small tax-exempt organizations to file an e-Postcard by May 15.

Remarks of IRS Commissioner Douglas Shulman before the American Bar Association
Commissioner's remarks before a meeting of the ABA on May 9, 2008.

IRS Has Answers to Questions People Are Asking About Economic Stimulus Payments; IRS Urges People to Visit IRS.gov
IR-2008-70, May 7, 2008 — As millions of Americans begin receiving their economic stimulus payments, the IRS released a list of the most-frequently-asked questions –– and answers –– that people now are asking.

Relief for Stimulus Payments Withdrawn from IRAs and Tax-Favored Accounts
IR-2008-68, April 30, 2008 — Economic stimulus payments directly deposited into IRAs and other tax-favored accounts may be withdrawn tax-free and penalty-free through April 15, 2009, in most cases.

May’s Tax Talk Today Features “The Electronic IRS...more than just e-file”
IR-2008-67, April 30, 2008— The IRS next Web cast aimed at educating tax and payroll professionals will provide the latest news and information on e-file, e-services and other electronic tools important to the practitioner community.

Economic Stimulus Payments on the Way; Some People Will See Direct Deposit Payments Today
IR-2008-66, April 28, 2008 — The IRS has begun to transfer economic stimulus payments to millions of Americans, some of whom will see payments in their bank accounts as early as today.

Economic Stimulus Payments Information Center
News releases, questions and answers, scenarios and more, including special information for Social Security recipients and veterans.

Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) – How It Affects Filing Season 2008
Get information on the Alternative Minimum Tax and how it will affect the 2008 filing season. Check back regularly for updates.

Compliance & Enforcement News
A collection of recent news releases, statements and other items related to IRS compliance and enforcement efforts.

Hybrid Cars and Alternative Fuel Vehicles
Feb. 2008 — Information on hybrid cars, including the certified car models and the amount of the tax credit or deduction for each. Frequently updated.

Tax Relief in Disaster Situations
Tax relief provisions for disaster situations.

Telephone Excise Tax Refund
The Telephone Excise Tax Refund (TETR) is a one-time payment available on your 2006 federal tax return. It is designed to refund previously collected long distance telephone taxes.

Katrina News Releases & Legal Guidance
A list of the news releases and legal guidance issued by the IRS related to Hurricane Katrina relief.

Commissioner's Comments, Statements and Remarks
Various topics including tax administration, the IRS budget and tax shelters.

2007 - 2008 Priority Guidance Plan