Advocacy is the heart of NAEA and one of the association’s most valued member benefits by: Shaping improvements in IRS reform and tax administration by demonstrating our policy and tax expertise; Creating awareness of key issues by increasing member engagement, involvement, and recognition; Building coalitions by communicating with other stakeholder organizations; and Building relationships by educating federal and state legislators and regulators. Key Policy Priorities NAEA works to develop policy priorities that reflect the intersection of what EAs are facing…

…and business taxpayers. EAs adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct and are required by IRS to take continuing professional education. Like attorneys and certified public accountants, enrolled agents are governed by Treasury Circular 230 in their practice before IRS. Since its founding in 1972, NAEA has been the enrolled agents’ primary advocate before Congress and IRS. NAEA has affiliates and chapters in 42 states. For additional information about NAEA, please go to our website at www.naea.org. http://www.house.gov/jct/x-29-07.pdf…

…and business taxpayers. EAs adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct and are required by IRS to take continuing professional education. Like attorneys and certified public accountants, enrolled agents are governed by Treasury Circular 230 in their practice before IRS. Since its founding in 1972, NAEA has been the enrolled agents’ primary advocate before Congress and IRS. NAEA has affiliates and chapters in 42 states. For additional information about NAEA, please go to our website at www.naea.org. 1http://www.house.gov/jct/x-29-07.pdf…

…their behalf (and in their place) and right for the best possible outcome. Enrolled agents are authorized by the IRS to represent taxpayers before the IRS; every enrolled agent has passed testing on representation. The enrolled agent license is the highest credential the IRS issues. The advantage of working with an enrolled agent lies not only in the depth of his or her experience and understanding of how to prepare a tax return, but in his or her knowledge of…

Ways to Donate. You have the power to impact the lives of EAs across the country. Help NAEA continue it’s work in supporting enrolled agents by making a contribution today. NAEA Legal Defense Fund Be a champion for enrolled agents everywhere. The NAEA Legal Defense Fund was established to assist with the legal expenses required to defend the rights of enrolled agents to practice before all levels of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and associated levels of state or local…

…Inclusion (DEI)? Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) encompasses the symbiotic relationship, philosophy and culture of acknowledging, embracing, supporting, and accepting those of all racial, sexual, gender, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds, among other differentiators. Planning With Intention We are developing resources for your professional awareness for members and resources to help apply DEI efforts to your practice. Leadership Reflection Creating a diverse leadership through recruitment and review of volunteer efforts. Welcoming Community DEI Group to welcome to Member Webboard Five Reasons…

…real estate rental activities. Participants will study a wide range of core topics applicable to many clients whether by filing on the Form 1040 or through another entity. Individual Credits and Deductions 11 CE $200 members | $360 nonmembers Get the most for your clients by expanding your knowledge on individual credits and deductions with this certificate program – just in time for tax season. The Practice Education Series is your go-to resource for building the skills and knowledge you…

…administrators. As always, we look forward to continuing to work with you on creating a common sense, rigorous oversight framework that protects all taxpayers, levels the industry playing field, and produces more accurate tax returns. Sincerely, Francis X. Degen, EA, USTCP President cc: Steven Miller, Deputy Commissioner for Services and Enforcement Karen Hawkins, Director, Office of Professional Responsibility 1 “Frequently Asked Questions: Testing Requirements, FAQ b1,” posted July 18, 2011, http://www.irs.gov/taxpros/article/0,,id=239683,00.html. 2 Frequently Asked Questions: Testing Requirements, FAQ b7,” http://www.irs.gov/taxpros/article/0,,id=239683,00.html…

…conclusion—the proposal is a very bad idea and very bad tax policy. While increasing offer quality is an admirable goal, EAs are concerned that this approach is unduly burdensome to taxpayers. While the steep entry cost would probably prevent fraudulent offers, it will certainly prevent earnest taxpayers from making their offers, too. We believe that at the end of the day, taxpayers have a right to have their tax debt compromised. With IRS permitted to wait 24 months to accept…