On October 2, 2006, the Internal Revenue Service will begin the Income Verification Express Service (IVES) program, offering electronic delivery of IRS transcripts and records available upon submission of IRS Form 4506-T, Request for Transcript of Tax Return. For details on participation in the program and submission of requests, including fees and payments, please refer to www.IRS.gov (keyword IVES).
Pursuant to Internal Revenue Code Section 6103(p)(2), the Commissioner may, from time to time, prescribe fees associated with the services provided for under the IVES program. Failure to pay any fees associated with the IVES program will result in suspension from the program and any outstanding obligation will be subject to interest, penalties, and administrative charges. Continued non-payment will be subject to the Treasury Offset Program (TOP).
Submission of false or fraudulent forms or information will result in termination from the program.
The principal author of this announcement is Adrienne M. Mikolashek of the Office of Associate Chief Counsel (Procedure & Administration). For further information regarding this announcement, contact Adrienne M. Mikolashek at (202) 622-4570 (not a toll-free call).
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