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On the recordApril 11, 2016
When it comes to blocking hackers, Congress has done next to nothing while the IRS loses its ability to hire the experts who can keep taxpayer information safe.
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Ron Wyden
Democratic · Oregon

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Wyden highlights Congress's inaction on cybersecurity for taxpayers.

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