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IRS launches 120-day detail to clear amended return backlog.

5/2/2026

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The IRS is preparing a 120-day detail to reassign IT and HR staff and clear a backlog of amended returns.
Joseph Ziegler said most of 1,500 taxpayer-services staff will see details extended beyond the June deadline, complete eight hours of camera-on training, and qualify as GS-5 representatives.
Alex Kweskin acknowledged unhappiness and urged staff to apply for IRS jobs on USAJobs under CEO Frank Bisignano’s “One IRS” plan.

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Story summary

The IRS is preparing a 120-day detail to reassign IT and HR staff and clear a backlog of amended returns.
Joseph Ziegler said most of 1,500 taxpayer-services staff will see details extended beyond the June deadline, complete eight hours of camera-on training, and qualify as GS-5 representatives.
Alex Kweskin acknowledged unhappiness and urged staff to apply for IRS jobs on USAJobs under CEO Frank Bisignano’s “One IRS” plan.