The IRS will communicate more information about the new e-file requirements with external audiences and stakeholder groups through several methods:
- Regular Meetings: IRS officials will continue to hold regular meetings with representatives from key external stakeholder groups such as the Tax Executives Institute (TEI), the Advisory Committee on Tax Exempt and Government Entities (ACT), and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to discuss e-file requirements and administrative processes.
- Email Alerts: Interested parties can subscribe to e-News to receive email alerts about new e-file developments affecting Large Business and International taxpayers.
- Web Updates: The IRS will update the e-file for Large Business and International webpage with new information as it becomes available. This webpage will serve as a central source for updates and answers to frequently asked questions.
- E-Help Desk: Corporate taxpayers and tax practitioners can contact the e-Help Desk at 866-255-0654 for assistance with inquiries related to e-file requirements. Additionally, taxpayers with account or tax law questions can call 800-829-4933, and tax practitioners with similar questions can call 800-829-8374.
These methods ensure that the IRS provides timely and comprehensive information to all relevant stakeholders regarding the new e-file requirements.
Sources:
IRM Part 22. Taxpayer Education and Assistance. Chapter 30. Wage and Investment Outreach Procedures. Section 1. Stakeholder Partnerships, Education and Communication
IRM Part 11. Communications and Liaison. Chapter 53. Small Business/Self-Employed. Section 5. Stakeholder Liaison (SL) Activities
Publication 4832 (12/2009)
IRM Part 11. Communications and Liaison. Chapter 53. Small Business/Self-Employed. Section 2. SB/SE CSO Communications
IRM Part 3. Submission Processing. Chapter 42. Electronic Tax Administration. Section 4. IRS e-file for Business Tax Returns
