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Summary
The bill would broaden the types of tax enforcement actions that qualify for whistleblower awards, adding higher income and revenue thresholds and allowing the Attorney General or a state agency to bring the action. It sets award amounts at 15‑30% of recovered taxes, penalties and interest and adds anti‑retaliation protections. The measure failed to pass after a House hearing.
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- Ways and Means — Bill HearingWays and Means · Feb 26, 2026
History
- Hearing 2/26 at 1:00 p.m.
- First Reading Ways and Means
Sponsors
- Palakovich Carr · sponsor
- Feldmark
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