Bill would require real-time IRS checks on tax preparer ID numbers
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Sponsor: Ron Estes · Representative · KS
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Official title: EFIN Verification Act of 2026
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
Introduced:
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The EFIN Verification Act would require the IRS to verify tax preparer ID numbers in real time before returns can be filed electronically.
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What does this do?
This bill requires the IRS to build a real-time system to verify electronic filing identification numbers (EFINs) before they can be used to e-file tax returns. Tax software would have to check each EFIN and block filing if the number is inactive, suspended, revoked, or flagged as compromised. The IRS could also share EFIN-related information with approved outside groups, called "specified validators," starting two years after enactment.
Who does it affect?
The bill mainly affects tax preparers, accountants, and tax software companies that use EFINs to file returns for clients. Everyday taxpayers are not directly involved but could be indirectly affected.
Why does it matter?
The changes are meant to reduce use of fake or stolen EFINs in fraudulent tax filings. The new requirements would take effect for returns filed starting two years after the bill becomes law, giving the IRS and industry time to prepare.
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Based on the “Introduced in House” text of Sep 10, 2026.
After that text, a committee agreed on Sep 16, 2026 to send the bill to the full chamber with changes. This plain-language version may not reflect them.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedSep 10, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Sep 16, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
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