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BillHR 7959 · 119

IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act

Introduced
Mar 17, 2026
Cosponsors
5
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 28, 2026

Bill Summary

Improves the IRS whistleblower program by enhancing protections and incentives for individuals who report tax fraud. Requires the IRS to update its procedures for handling whistleblower tips and paying rewards.

Sponsored By

Mike Kelly
Republican · Pennsylvania · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 17, 2026
  5. Apr 28, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and whistleblowers who report tax fraud, by potentially increasing the rewards and protections they receive. It also impacts taxpayers who may be affected by the increased detection and prevention of tax fraud.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
6backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican5
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 20%
Latest floor voteApr 27, 2026
346–10

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (5)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommittee on Finance
IntroducedMar 17, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 28, 2026
Latest ActionReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
Subjects
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.