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The views expressed in this blog are solely those of the National Taxpayer Advocate. The National Taxpayer Advocate presents an independent taxpayer perspective that does not necessarily reflect the position of the IRS, the Treasury Department, or the Office of Management and Budget. NTA Blog posts are generally not updated after publication. Posts are accurate as of the original publication date. Portions of this blog may have been developed with the assistance of artificial intelligence. All AI-assisted content has been reviewed, verified, and approved by the National Taxpayer Advocate or TAS staff to ensure accuracy and integrity.

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Did you know there is a Taxpayer Bill of Rights?

The Taxpayer Bill of Rights is grouped into 10 easy to understand categories outlining the taxpayer rights and protections embedded in the tax code.

It is also what guides the advocacy work we do for taxpayers.

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The Right to Be Informed
The Right to Pay No More Than the Correct Amount of Tax
The Right to Appeal an IRS Decision in
an Independent Forum
The Right to Finality
The Right to Privacy
The Right to Confidentiality
The Right to Retain Representation
The Right to a Fair and Just Tax System

Know Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Every taxpayer has rights. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights outlines the ten rights and protections built into the tax system and serves as the foundation for the advocacy work TAS provides.

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Know Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Every taxpayer has rights. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights outlines the ten rights and protections built into the tax system and serves as the foundation for the advocacy work TAS provides.

Explore Your Rights

Know Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Every taxpayer has rights. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights outlines the ten rights and protections built into the tax system and serves as the foundation for the advocacy work TAS provides.

Explore Your Rights

Know Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Every taxpayer has rights. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights outlines the ten rights and protections built into the tax system and serves as the foundation for the advocacy work TAS provides.

Explore Your Rights

Know Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Every taxpayer has rights. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights outlines the ten rights and protections built into the tax system and serves as the foundation for the advocacy work TAS provides.

Explore Your Rights

Know Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Every taxpayer has rights. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights outlines the ten rights and protections built into the tax system and serves as the foundation for the advocacy work TAS provides.

Explore Your Rights

Know Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Every taxpayer has rights. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights outlines the ten rights and protections built into the tax system and serves as the foundation for the advocacy work TAS provides.

Explore Your Rights

Know Your Rights as a Taxpayer

Every taxpayer has rights. The Taxpayer Bill of Rights outlines the ten rights and protections built into the tax system and serves as the foundation for the advocacy work TAS provides.

Explore Your Rights