PODCAST: Inside the U.S. Mint: Why Coins Still Matter with former Mint Directors Ed Moy and Academy Fellow Ventris Gibson Season 2 · Ep 48
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PODCAST: Inside the U.S. Mint: Why Coins Still Matter with former Mint Directors Ed Moy and Academy Fellow Ventris Gibson Season 2 · Ep 48
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As the Senate votes to confirm new IRS Commissioner Billy Long, w e welcome two titans of IRS leadership, former Commissioners Danny Werfel and John Koskinen, both Academy fellows. They discuss the challenges and changes at the IRS, including budget cuts, workforce reductions, and the impact on taxpayer services. We get an up close look at the future of tax administration and the importance of maintaining an effective IRS. Support the Podcast Today at: donate@napawash.org or 202-347-31...
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As the Senate votes to confirm new IRS Commissioner Billy Long, w e welcome two titans of IRS leadership, former Commissioners Danny Werfel and John Koskinen, both Academy fellows. They discuss the challenges and changes at the IRS, including budget cuts, workforce reductions, and the impact on taxpayer services.
We get an up close look at the future of tax administration and the importance of maintaining an effective IRS.
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donate@napawash.org or 202-347-3190
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