Support legislation requiring EFIN verification before e-file functionality is enabled to prevent fraudulent IRS tax returns.

“The EFIN Verification Act of 2026 will reduce the risk of fraudsters using stolen or compromised EFIN numbers to file IRS returns,” said Rep. Estes. “By preventing fraudulent IRS returns from being filed with EFIN verification, this legislation will maintain the integrity of our tax system, prevent scams before they happen, and codify an already-existing IRS program into law.”

Estes said his EFIN Verification Act would reduce fraudulent use of stolen or compromised EFIN numbers, prevent fraudulent IRS returns, maintain tax system integrity, prevent scams, and codify an existing IRS program.

Rep. Estes Introduces Legislation to Prevent Fraudulent IRS Returns | U.S. Representative Ron Estes
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"Mr. Estes (for himself and Mr. Panetta) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means"

Unverified model/legacy excerpt; not proof. AI summary (separate from source): Official bill text shows Estes introduced H.R. 10334, the EFIN Verification Act of 2026, and it was referred to committee rather than enacted.

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H.R. 10334 (IH) - EFIN Verification Act of 2026
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"H.R. 10334, the “EFIN Verification Act of 2026”"

Unverified model/legacy excerpt; not proof. AI summary (separate from source): The House Committee Repository lists H.R. 10334 for a Ways and Means markup on September 16, 2026, with an amendment added September 15, indicating recent committee activity but not final enactment.

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H.R. 10357, H.R. 10334, H.R. 6130, H.R. 5439, H.R. 4093, H.R. 10346, and H.R. 10356 | Committee Repository | U.S. House of Representatives
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