Relating to taxpayers; and prescribing an effective date.

Establishes office of Taxpayer Advocate in Department of Revenue. Establishes functions, powers and duties of office. Authorizes Taxpayer Advocate to issue order directing action by department if taxpayer experiences significant hardship due to administration of tax laws by department. Requires Taxpayer Advocate to report biennially on operation of office to committee of Legislative Assembly related to revenue. Becomes operative January 1, 2022. Directs magistrate division of Oregon Tax Court to order attorney fees if opposing party disobeys court order or makes assertion without objectively reasonable basis. Allows attorney fees in cases involving transit self-employment taxes. Applies to judgments entered on or after effective date of Act. Takes effect on 91st day following adjournment sine die.