This FAQ is not included in the Internal Revenue Bulletin, and therefore may not be relied upon as legal authority. This means that the information cannot be used to support a legal argument in a court case. Q. Will taxpayers still receive general requests for information and what should they do? (updated July 9, 2020) A. In addition to compliance activities and examinations, the IRS encourages taxpayers to respond to any other IRS correspondence requesting additional information, if possible. Note: To protect the health and safety of employees, service may be delayed. The IRS is working to reopen its offices. Check IRS operations and services for the most up-to-date status. Q. Will the IRS contact taxpayers during this time? A. The IRS will continue to contact taxpayers to resolve tax compliance issues that existed before COVID-19 and to provide People First compliance relief when appropriate. During this time, the IRS has expanded electronic contact to these taxpayers to include mail, phone calls, emails and e-faxes. Back to FAQ Menu
