WASHINGTON, Sept. 3 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Internal Revenue Service issued the following IRS Employee Plans News:
The Internal Revenue Service today encouraged taxpayers to protect important tax and financial records before disaster strikes.
As part of National Preparedness Month, the IRS reminds individuals, businesses, and tax professionals to make or update emergency plans, safeguard key documents, and know where to find IRS disaster relief resources. Taking a few steps now can make it easier to recover, apply for assistance, file insurance claims, or claim disaster-related tax benefits.
"Preparing now can make a real difference when a disaster strikes," said IRS Chief Executive Officer Frank J. Bisignano. "All tax...