IRS sends overdue tax bills to former American hostages after release from Russian detention.

The IRS has faced criticism for sending overdue tax bills to former American hostages Evan Gerskovich, Paul Whelan, and Vladimir Kara-Murza after their release from Russian detention. They returned to substantial tax charges and credit issues due to unpaid taxes during their captivity. Senator Chris Coons has proposed the Stop Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act to exempt detainees from tax liability during detention and allow for fine removal.

September 30, 2024
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