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Federal Taxpayer Bill of Rights

The Federal Taxpayer Bill of Rights is a set of ten rights designed to protect individuals and businesses when dealing with the IRS. It ensures taxpayers have clear information about their taxes, can challenge and appeal IRS decisions, and are treated fairly and respectfully. These rights include the right to be informed, to quality service, to pay no more than the correct amount of tax, to challenge IRS decisions, and to privacy and confidentiality. Overall, it aims to promote transparency, fairness, and accountability in the tax process.