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IRS Extends Leave-Based Donations for COVID-19 Victims

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The IRS issued guidance to extend the allowance of donations of vacation, sick, or personal leave through a leave-based donation program to be made to charitable organizations for victims of COVID-19...

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IRS Proposes Rules to Lower Electronic Filing Threshold

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The IRS proposed regulations amending the rules for filing electronically that would gradually reduce the threshold for filing information returns from 250 to 10 returns.

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IRS Asks Payroll Professionals for Help With Website

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The IRS wants to make using its website easier for payroll professionals by improving how the agency organizes payroll information [e-News for Payroll Professionals, 2021-06, 6-23-21].

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APA Government Relations Task Force Establishes Form W-4 Workgroup

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The APA Government Relations Task Force Subcommittee on Federal Issues formed a Form W-4 Workgroup in June.

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New York, Yonkers Withholding Tables Updated Effective July 1

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The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance has released updated withholding tables for New York State and Yonkers, effective July 1, 2021. The state budget included withholding changes for...

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APA Special Report on Federal Agency Panel—Part 2

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Special Report: Panel Answers Questions at Congress Xstream—Part 2 offers an insider look at how federal agency executives answered questions submitted by participants at APA’s virtual event.

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IRS Data Affirms Payroll’s Vital Role in Nation’s Tax System

https://www.americanpayroll.org/news-resources/apa-news/news-detail/2021/07/07/irs-data-affirms-payroll-s-vital-role-in-nation-s-tax-system
On June 24, the IRS released its 2020 Internal Revenue Service Data Book, which provides statistics that underscore the importance of payroll professionals to the integrity of the American tax system.

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Payroll Education Rolls on With Virtual Congress July 14-15

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APA’s 2021 Virtual Congress and Expo, set for July 14-15, will bring you more educational workshops and virtual interactions and will even include presentations from industry experts. Register today!

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APA's Virtual Congress Provides State Payroll Compliance Information

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APA’s Virtual Congress and Expo will take place July 14-15. Educational workshops provide opportunities to learn more about payroll topics, including state payroll compliance.

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ETAAC Presents Annual Report to Congress

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On June 23, the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC) held its annual public meeting via conference call and released its Annual Report to Congress.

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