IRS News IRS People First Initiative provides relief to taxpayers

IRS People First Initiative provides relief to taxpayers  https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-peop... Tax Tip 2020-57, May 14, 2020  Due to COVID-19, the IRS is providing relief on a variety of issues as part of the People First Initiative. The IRS is modifying certain activities through the filing and payment deadline, Wednesday, July 15, 2020. Here's what people need to know about relief related to IRS exams or audits  Field, office and correspondence audits – Generally, the IRS won't start new field, office and correspondence audits. The agency will continue to work refund claims, where possible, without in-person contact.