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IRS’s July Tax Talk Today: “Retirement Plan Pitfalls”
IR-2008-86, July 3, 2008 — The Internal Revenue Service’s Tax Talk Today program returns on Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at 2 p.m. with a Web cast on “Retirement Plan Pitfalls.”

IRS Seeking Applications for New VITA Grant
IR-2008-85, July 2, 2008 — Apply now for VITA matching funds. Available for the first time ever.

Filing Extensions Changing for Some Business Taxpayers Later this Year
IR-2008-84, June 30, 2008 — Internal Revenue Service officials today announced a change in the extended due date on certain business returns to help individuals better meet their filing obligations.

IRS Electronic Advisory Committee Delivers Report to Congress
IR-2008-83, June 27, 2008 –– The Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC) recently presented its 2008 Annual Report to Congress.

IRS Increases Mileage Rates through Dec. 31, 2008
IR-2008-82, June 23, 2008 — The optional standard mileage rates for business, medical and moving expenses have increased by eight cents per mile for the rest of 2008, starting July 1, 2008.

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