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  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 12106
    Reading Time:about 7 minutes

    The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), part of the U.S. Treasury Department, has issued a Geographic Targeting Order for certain money services businesses along the southwest border of the U.S. These businesses must report currency transactions of more than $200 but not more than $10,000 and verify the identity of those making these transactions. The order, effective from April 14, 2025, to September 9, 2025, covers specific areas in California and Texas and aims to combat illegal financial activities by drug cartels. Failure to comply with this order could result in civil or criminal penalties.

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. government wants certain places that help people send money near the southwest border to pay extra attention to any money amounts between $200 and $10,000 to catch bad guys using money for illegal stuff. These places have to check who is sending the money and keep records of these transactions to make sure everything is safe and honest.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10036
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has announced a request for public comments on the renewal of an information collection titled "Minimum Security Devices and Procedures, Reports of Suspicious Activities, and Bank Secrecy Act Compliance Program." This is part of their ongoing efforts to reduce paperwork and ensure compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act. The information collection involves security requirements for banks and savings associations, such as designating a security officer and reporting suspicious activities. Comments are due by April 21, 2025, and will be used to evaluate the necessity, burden, and methods of the data collection process.

    Simple Explanation

    The government is asking people for their ideas on how banks can be safer and better at reporting suspicious activities. They want to make sure that giving them this information is not too hard or confusing for anyone.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 7807
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is inviting the public and other federal agencies to comment on the information collections related to the Electronic Federal Tax Payment System (EFTPS). This initiative aims to reduce paperwork and the burden on respondents. Comments are encouraged on various aspects, such as the necessity of the information collection, accuracy of burden estimates, and ways to enhance the process. Written comments should be submitted by March 24, 2025, to ensure consideration.

    Simple Explanation

    The IRS wants to make paying taxes easier and use less paper, so they are asking people and other government groups for ideas on how to make the tax payment system better. People can send in their thoughts before March 24, 2025.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 103931
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Treasury Department's Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is requesting public comments on forms used by business entities, as part of efforts to reduce paperwork and respondent burden. This request is in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 and involves forms such as 1065, 1120, and others related to business income tax returns. The IRS estimates that 13.9 million respondents will spend an average of 67 hours and 25 minutes, with a total annual monetized time valued at $56,152,000,000, and total out-of-pocket costs at $71,617,000,000. Comments are to be received by January 21, 2025, to ensure consideration.

    Simple Explanation

    The IRS is asking people to share their thoughts on how to make tax forms for businesses easier to fill out, so that completing them takes less time and effort. They want to know how to make the forms better and are inviting feedback from everyone.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 6740
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is holding an open meeting of the Taxpayer Advocacy Panel's Tax Forms and Publications Project Committee. This meeting will take place on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. The public is welcome to share their comments and suggestions on how to improve IRS customer service. Interested participants need to contact Fred Smith for more details.

    Simple Explanation

    The IRS is having a meeting where people can share ideas on how to help them take better care of taxpayers.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:86 FR 7614
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The United States Mint, part of the Treasury Department, has announced the price for the Armed Forces 2.5 oz. Silver Medals, which will be $160.00. This announcement is documented as a notice in the Federal Register and provides the contact information for Ann Bailey, from the Mint’s Sales and Marketing team, for any further inquiries. The pricing is authorized under 31 U.S.C. 5111(a)(2).

    Simple Explanation

    The U.S. Mint, which makes its products like coins, announced that a special 2.5-ounce silver medal for the military will cost $160, and if anyone has questions, they can ask a person named Ann Bailey.

  • Type:Rule
    Citation:90 FR 1868
    Reading Time:less than a minute

    The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service have issued a correction to a rule originally published in December 2024. This correction changes a section number on a specific page to the correct format. The updated section should read "§ 1.1001-3" instead of the incorrect version. This notice was formally filed on January 8, 2025, and is documented under the number C1-2024-30267.

    Simple Explanation

    The Treasury Department and the IRS fixed a tiny mistake in a rule they made. They changed a wrong number to the right one so everything is clear and correct.

  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:90 FR 581
    Reading Time:about 4 minutes

    The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is organizing a public hearing about proposed rules for a federal income tax credit. This credit is under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 and is for costs related to alternative fuel vehicle refueling property, specifically in low-income or non-urban areas. The hearing is set for February 12, 2025, in Washington, DC, and participants can join in person or by phone. People interested in speaking at the hearing need to submit their discussion topics by January 10, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The IRS is having a meeting to talk about new rules for getting tax breaks if you build special places to fill up eco-friendly cars in certain areas. People can join this meeting in person or on the phone if they let the IRS know ahead of time.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 13406
    Reading Time:about a minute or two

    The United States Mint has announced a public meeting of the Citizens Coinage Advisory Committee (CCAC) for April 15, 2025, which will be held remotely via videoconference. The meeting will discuss the American Liberty 24K Gold Coin and Silver Medal theme for 2027 and beyond. The public can view the meeting live on the United States Mint's YouTube Channel. For more information or accommodations, interested parties can contact the designated avenues provided by the Mint.

    Simple Explanation

    The United States Mint is telling people that there will be an online meeting on April 15, 2025, where they will talk about special coins. People can watch it live on YouTube.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 8322
    Reading Time:about 3 minutes

    The Department of the Treasury is inviting public comments on its plan to collect information related to the CARES Act Loan and Payroll Support Programs for air carriers and other eligible businesses. This request is part of an effort to reduce paperwork and ensure compliance with existing financial assistance agreements under the CARES Act and subsequent laws. The Treasury Department needs to gather feedback on several aspects, including the necessity and practicality of the information collection and ways to reduce the burden on respondents. Comments about this process are accepted until March 31, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    The Treasury Department wants to hear what people think about the work needed to follow certain rules for getting help during COVID-19, like loans and payroll support for airlines. They hope to make things easier and want ideas on how to do that, so they are asking people to share their thoughts until the end of March 2025.