IRS Oversight and Funding: Hearings and Appropriations

This book provides a focused examination of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) through the lens of congressional oversight and fiscal planning for the 2025 fiscal year. It features key discussions and expert analysis centered on the themes of transparency, accountability, and resource allocation within one of the federal government's most scrutinized agencies. Chapter 1 presents a hearing with IRS Commissioner Daniel Werfel before the Committee on Ways and Means, addressing pressing questions about the agency's operations, responsiveness, and commitment to fair enforcement. Chapter 2 offers an in-depth review of the IRS's FY2025 appropriations, analyzing funding priorities, policy implications, and administrative challenges.