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Welcome to the NATP newsroom, where you will find all of our official statements about NATP as an organization, NATP events and more. We're also happy to provide any information you need on tax or tax-related issues. We look forward to hearing from you!
The National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP) is the largest nonprofit organization that serves individuals specializing in tax preparation by providing tax education, federal tax research, tax updates and tax office supplies. NATP members work at offices that assist over 11 million people worldwide with U.S. tax preparation and planning. The average NATP member has been in the tax business for over 20 years and holds a tax/financial designation and/or a college degree. Formed in 1979, NATP's member base includes enrolled agents, certified public accountants, attorneys and financial planners. The national headquarters, located in Appleton, WI, employs over 50 professionals.
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Latest News
NATP announces new week-long virtual education event
With a purpose to deliver exceptional tax education while respecting social distancing recommendations due to COVID-19, NATP is hosting TaxCon, a virtual education event, July 27-31.
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NATP appeals to Treasury Secretary to extend filing deadline in light of COVID-19
NATP submitted a letter to Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin supporting an extension of the deadline to file tax returns during the 2020 season. The letter includes examples from tax preparers on the front lines of the industry about the issues they are facing in light of the COVID-19 situation.
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NATP appeals to IRS Commissioner to extend tax season
NATP submitted a letter to IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig supporting an extension of the 2020 tax season for a minimum of 90 days. The letter addresses challenges NATP is hearing from its members who are experiencing the reality of navigating tax season amid the current COVID-19 situation.
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NATP and tax stakeholder organizations provide recommendations to IRS on implementation of the Taxpayer First Act
The National Association of Tax Professionals (NATP) joined a group of stakeholder organizations to provide the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with recommendations as it prepares reports to Congress as mandated by the
Taxpayer First Act. In the letter, the group notes it is providing collective input as the IRS prepares these reports and recommends the IRS establish a new Practitioner Services Division as an integral part of the organization’s modernization.
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Other News
E-filed returns on the rise in 2020 — February 2020
NATP warns taxpayers, tax pros of fake IRS scams — February 2020
IRS deadline approaching for small, non-profit organizations — January 2020
Self-employed consultants may face tax implications for 2019 returns — January 2020
Military personnel may receive additional tax benefits for 2019 returns — January 2020
How to claim a donation as a tax deduction — January 2020
The importance of meeting with a qualified tax professional — January 2020
IRS Commissioner speaks at NATP National Conference — July 2019
NATP comments on 2020 draft of Form W-4 and Instructions — June 2019
NATP continues support of the
Taxpayer First Act — April 2019
NATP urges an end to the shutdown of the IRS — January 2019
NATP comments on Section 199A — October 2018
Support for the protecting
Taxpayer First Act — September 2018
Position on the regulation of tax return preparers — September 2018
NATP in support of the
Taxpayer First Act — August 2018
NATP comments on 2019 draft Form W-4 and instructions — July 2018
NATP comments on revised 2018 Form 1040 — July 2018
Summary of NATP comments on
Taxpayer First Act draft — April 2018
NATP's concerns with PPS identity verification — January 2018
Ensuring a modern-functioning IRS for the 21st century — April 2017
