Political Quotes

Jason Smith: “It is disappointing, though sadly not surprising, that we have to legislate to modernize an agency like the IRS so that…”

On the recordApril 27, 2026
It is disappointing, though sadly not surprising, that we have to legislate to modernize an agency like the IRS so that its operations are more user-friendly to the American taxpayer, but that is the reality that we are facing. The Taxpayer Experience Improvement Act pushes the IRS to be an agency more worthy of the taxpayers it serves and more responsive to their needs, whether it is tracking a tax refund, receiving a call back from the agency, or making a payment. I encourage my colleagues to support this legislation.
Said by
Jason Smith
Republican · Missouri

Editor's note · Context

Discussing the need for the Taxpayer Experience Improvement Act to modernize the IRS.

Share

More from Jason Smith

Aug 21, 2026

Make no mistake: Compliance with a congressional subpoena isn't optional, and the Committee will use all tools it has available to investigate whether foreign actors are exploiting our tax code to sow chaos and create division.

foxnews.com
Oct 7, 2026

I applaud President Trump’s executive order today to provide immediate relief by deferring the excise tax for on-road use of dyed diesel until the end of the year. This is a much-needed step to lessen the burden that increased fuel prices…

whitehouse.gov
Jul 25, 2026

Faith-based organizations should not have their tax-exempt status threatened by federal regulators that disagree with one set of religious beliefs or another.

blakemoore.house.gov

Other voices in this conversation