WATCH: IRS head testifies in House hearing as April tax deadline approaches

Members of Congress are taking action by holding oversight hearings to question the IRS head on issues of taxpayer data security and accountability. While the IRS head cited that unlawful data disclosures occurred before his tenure, these hearings demonstrate legislative efforts to ensure government accountability and protect taxpayer privacy. Readers can contact their congressional representatives to express concerns about taxpayer data security and government oversight, and stay informed about ongoing legislative efforts to strengthen privacy protections within federal agencies.