HR 9498 United States House · 119th Congress

Taxpayer Advocate Participation Act

The Taxpayer Advocate Participation Act allows the National Taxpayer Advocate to formally participate in federal court cases involving tax law by submitting friend-of-the-court briefs. This provision specifically authorizes the advocate to present views on issues that broadly impact taxpayer rights, particularly those outlined in the Internal Revenue Code. Federal courts are required to grant the advocate's request to appear in these cases, ensuring their perspective is heard without changing the underlying tax laws. The change takes effect immediately upon the bill's enactment, expanding the role of the Taxpayer Advocate in the judicial process.
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Jun 2026
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Introduced Jun 29, 2026 Last action Sep 8, 2026
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Sep 8, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Ways and Means. H. Rept. 119-799.
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Jul 1, 2026
Lower · Passed
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
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Jun 29, 2026
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Jun 29, 2026
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