Washington, April 7 -- Congressman Tom Suozzi issued the following press release:
Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-Long Island, Queens), a member of the tax-writing House Ways and Means Committee, today announced the introduction of the Taxpayer Advocate Continuity Act, bipartisan legislation to ensure that the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS) continues operating during a federal government shutdown.
"When Washington is in deadlock, Americans looking for help shouldn't pay the price," said Congressman Suozzi. "Shutting down offices designed to help people navigate the IRS makes no sense, especially in times of increased uncertainty due to a government shutdown. This commonsense bill ensures that, even if Washington shuts down, help for taxpayers ...