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IRS’s Reliance on Aging Technology Impacts Taxpayers, and Modernization Plans are Incomplete and Delayed

Tuesday, February 7, 2023
IRS’s Reliance on Aging Technology Impacts Taxpayers, and Modernization Plans are Incomplete and Delayed

IRS’s Reliance on Aging Technology Impacts Taxpayers, and Modernization Plans are Incomplete and Delayed

The IRS relies heavily on outdated computer software and hardware to perform its day-to-day operations. This includes things that would impact taxpayers, such as processing tax returns and refunds, and collecting taxes. We find out about IRS's efforts to modernize its IT from GAO's Dave Hinchman.