Tax law complexity sparks call for simplification
IRS Commissioner Donald C. Alexander told a congressional panel that simplifying federal tax law could ease taxpayer understanding and reduce burden on tax assistants. A year‑long study cited improved service but highlighted high error rates by IRS and private preparers amid limits in equipment and staff. Regular monitoring and specialization of taxpayer assistants were recommended.
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IRS
Donald C. Alexander
Congressional
Alexander
House
Ways and Means
Subcommittee
Discrimination Evidence Burned in White House Fellowship Case
Court records show thousands of documents destroyed in burn bags after being requested as evidence in a suit accusing a presidential commission of gender bias in White House fellow selections. Three women finalists were passed over for two white men, while experts debated statistical evidence of discrimination. Next year eight women were named fellow, the most ever. Bruce Hasenkamp testified that applications and initial rankings were burned 30 days after finalists were notified.
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White House
Hilda Wing
Civil Service Commission
Serena A. Stier
Miles W. Kirkpatrick
Commission
Federal Trade Comission
Carl Goodman
Fellowship Commission
Bruce Hasenkamp
Beef Empire Show Set To Bring Outsiders To Garden City
Garden City gears up for a big Beef Empire show next week promising a lively display and crowds from outside the area. Local plans urge attendance while urban activity and plans for LENNOX weather machines spark interest among remodelers. A Kid's Appreciation Day drew many children downtown Thursday night. A local merchant was quoted about a $50 soft touch, but names were not mentioned.
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Garden City
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