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06/12/2025
Senate Confirms Billy Long as IRS Commissioner
He's a staunch Republican ally now at the agency's helm
Today, the Senate confirmed former Missouri Congressman Billy Long as the next commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), installing a staunch Republican ally at the helm of an agency facing significant challenges. The vote was 53–44, entirely along party lines, with all present Democrats voting against the nomination.
Despite criticism over Long’s prior support for pandemic-era tax credits and scrutiny over political contributions received after his nomination, Republicans moved forward with the confirmation, citing the need for bold leadership at the IRS.
Why it matters: Long steps into the role at a time of major upheaval for the agency.
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Since former President Donald Trump returned to office, the IRS has experienced sweeping workforce reductions, with many employees laid off, fired, or departing voluntarily.
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The administration has signaled plans for further cuts, raising questions about the agency’s capacity to carry out its mission.
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-ID) praised the appointment, saying, “Representative Long has a clear vision to transform the IRS through systems modernization, a renewed focus on efficiency, and a much-needed change in IRS culture. I look forward to working with him to ensure the IRS helps taxpayers fulfill their responsibilities and enforces the law with integrity and fairness."
This article was provided to OSAP by ASAE's Power of Associations and Inroads.
