From pamella.johnson at state.or.us Fri Jan 2 15:46:59 2015 From: pamella.johnson at state.or.us (Pamella S. Johnson) Date: Fri, 2 Jan 2015 23:46:59 +0000 Subject: [OSSSA218] Update from the IRS on Tax Season ~ FYI Message-ID: <45ebb2c6e8504124ab7bed47e9fe07c8@v-exchdb01.a4590.pers.state.or.us> IRS Newswire Dec. 29, 2014 News Essentials What's Hot News Releases IRS - The Basics IRS Guidance Media Contacts Facts & Figures Problem Alerts Around The Nation e-News Subscriptions ________________________________ The Newsroom Topics Multimedia Center Noticias en Espa?ol Radio PSAs Tax Scams The Tax Gap Fact Sheets IRS Tax Tips Armed Forces Latest News Home ________________________________ IRS Resources Compliance & Enforcement Contact My Local Office Filing Options Forms & Pubs Frequently Asked Questions News Taxpayer Advocate Where to File IRS Social Media ________________________________ Issue Number: IR-2014-119 Inside This Issue Tax Season Opens As Planned Following Extenders Legislation IR-2014-119, Dec. 29, 2014 WASHINGTON -- Following the passage of the extenders legislation, the Internal Revenue Service announced today it anticipates opening the 2015 filing season as scheduled in January. The IRS will begin accepting tax returns electronically on Jan. 20. Paper tax returns will begin processing at the same time. The decision follows Congress renewing a number of "extender" provisions of the tax law that expired at the end of 2013. These provisions were renewed by Congress through the end of 2014. The final legislation was signed into law Dec 19, 2014. "We have reviewed the late tax law changes and determined there was nothing preventing us from continuing our updating and testing of our systems," said IRS Commissioner John Koskinen. "Our employees will continue an aggressive schedule of testing and preparation of our systems during the next month to complete the final stages needed for the 2015 tax season." The IRS reminds taxpayers that filing electronically is the most accurate way to file a tax return and the fastest way to get a refund. There is no advantage to people filing tax returns on paper in early January instead of waiting for e-file to begin. More information about IRS Free File and other information about the 2015 filing season will be available in January. Back to Top ________________________________ This message was distributed automatically from the mailing list IRS Newswire. Please Do Not Reply To This Message. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From pamella.johnson at state.or.us Mon Jan 5 09:58:09 2015 From: pamella.johnson at state.or.us (Pamella S. Johnson) Date: Mon, 5 Jan 2015 17:58:09 +0000 Subject: [OSSSA218] Reporting for Foreign Worker Earnings ~ January 7, 2015 Webcast Message-ID: <680fcda18f6341f58498a9bc469c8624@v-exchdb01.a4590.pers.state.or.us> Good morning: Below you will find details on the latest webcast from the IRS. Please note that this opportunity is offered at Noon PST this Wednesday, January 7, 2015. (The webcast will not be archived.) With thanks and happy 2015! Pamella Johnson Oregon State Social Security Coordinator Oregon Public Employees Retirement System Sl2 The IRS office of Federal, State and Local Governments, Midwest Area presents: Reporting for Foreign Worker Earnings Wednesday, January 7th, at 2:00 CST Learn about: * Required documents * Employer responsibilities * Worker responsibilities * Compliance reports Click the following link to attend this program presented by Lori Stieber Click here to join the Forum Enter code 22656174 Instructions for attending the WebInterpoint session with closed captioning provided by the Federal Relay Service To view closed captioning of this program you need to access both the "join the Forum" link (above) and the Federal Relay Service link here, http://www.fedrcc.us//Enter.aspx?EventID=2529641&CustomerID=321 You will need both browser windows open at the same time -Do this 15-30 minutes prior to the start of the event to allow time to make any necessary adjustments and positioning on your screen. Email questions to us at: FSLG Outreach. Please refer to the event title that you are asking about in your subject heading. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From pamella.johnson at state.or.us Wed Jan 14 12:46:23 2015 From: pamella.johnson at state.or.us (Pamella S. Johnson) Date: Wed, 14 Jan 2015 20:46:23 +0000 Subject: [OSSSA218] FW: HCTT-2015-01: Health Care Law Brings Changes to IRS Tax Forms In-Reply-To: <0BB4170DF4835B4EB76DECB7AE6965C86A993E51@DET0190CP3XF03.ds.irsnet.gov> References: <16958431.75085@service.govdelivery.com> <0BB4170DF4835B4EB76DECB7AE6965C86A993E51@DET0190CP3XF03.ds.irsnet.gov> Message-ID: Good afternoon: Attached please find information and tax forms related to changes due to the ACA from the IRS. Additionally, for those of you who are Oregon PERS participating employers: Each month, PERS emails interested parties a summary of the Oregon Administrative Rules (OARs) that are proposed for rulemaking, copies of the Rulemaking Notices, and draft rules or a link to the PERS website where proposed and adopted rules are posted. If you would like to be added to the PERS Rulemaking email distribution list, please send a request to: Daniel.Rivas at state.or.us. With thanks, Pamella Johnson Oregon State Social Security Coordinator Sl2 From: Fletcher Clark M [mailto:Clark.M.Fletcher at irs.gov] Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2015 9:33 AM To: Subject: FW: HCTT-2015-01: Health Care Law Brings Changes to IRS Tax Forms In addition to this announcement, I have attached the most recent Forms W-9, W-4, W-4P, and W-2 Instructions. Please disseminate as you see fit - Thank you, Clark Fletcher - Federal, State, and Local Government Specialist Employee ID# 1000276950 Internal Revenue Service 520 - 112th Avenue NE, Suite #300 M/S W:704:CF Bellevue, WA 98004-5558 Tel: 425.489.4042 Fax: 425.489.4195 E-FAX: 855.243.4019 This e-mail transmission (and/or the documents accompany it ) may contain information belonging to the sender which is confidential, privileged, and/or exempt from disclosure under applicable law. This information is intended for the use of the individual(s) or entity to whom it is addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any disclosure, copying, or the taking of any action in reliance on the contents of this information is strictly prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify the sender by return e-mail. From: Internal Revenue Service (IRS) [mailto:irs at service.govdelivery.com] Sent: Tuesday, January 13, 2015 9:18 AM To: Rodegeb Kathleen L Subject: HCTT-2015-01: Health Care Law Brings Changes to IRS Tax Forms [Image removed by sender. Bookmark and Share] [Image removed by sender. IRS.gov Banner] IRS Tax Tips January 13, 2015 Useful Links: IRS.gov Home 1040 Central Help For Hurricane Victims ________________________________ News Essentials What's Hot News Releases IRS - The Basics IRS Guidance Media Contacts Facts & Figures Problem Alerts Around The Nation e-News Subscriptions ________________________________ The Newsroom Topics Multimedia Center Noticias en Espa?ol Radio PSAs Tax Scams The Tax Gap Fact Sheets IRS Tax Tips Armed Forces Latest News Home ________________________________ IRS Resources Compliance & Enforcement News Contact My Local Office Filing Options Forms & Pubs Frequently Asked Questions News Taxpayer Advocate Where to File IRS Social Media ________________________________ Issue Number: HCTT-2015-01 Inside This Issue ________________________________ Health Care Law Brings Changes to IRS Tax Forms This year, there are some changes to tax forms related to the Affordable Care Act. Along with a few new lines on existing forms, there will also be two new forms that will need to be included with some tax returns. While most taxpayers will simply need to check a box on their tax return to indicate they had health coverage for all of 2014, there are also new lines on Forms 1040, 1040A, and 1040EZ related to the health care law. To help navigate these changes, taxpayers and their tax professionals should consider filing their return electronically. Using tax preparation software is the best and simplest way to file a complete and accurate tax return as it guides individuals and tax preparers through the process and does all the math. There are a variety of electronic filing options, including free volunteer assistance, IRS Free File for taxpayers who qualify, commercial software, and professional assistance. Here is information about the new forms and updates to the existing forms: Form 8965, Health Coverage Exemptions * Complete this form to report a Marketplace-granted coverage exemption or claim an IRS-granted coverage exemption on the return. * Use the worksheet in the Form 8965 Instructions to calculate the shared responsibility payment. Form 8962, Premium Tax Credit * Complete this form to reconcile advance payments of the premium tax credit, and to claim this credit on the tax return. Additionally, if individuals purchased coverage through the Health Insurance Marketplace, they should receive Form 1095-A, Health Insurance Marketplace Statement, which will help complete Form 8962. Form 1040 * Line 46: Enter advance payments of the premium tax credit that must be repaid * Line 61: Report health coverage and enter individual shared responsibility payment * Line 69: If eligible, claim net premium tax credit, which is the excess of allowed premium tax credit over advance credit payments Form 1040A * Line 29: Enter advance payments of the premium tax credit that must be repaid * Line 38: Report health coverage and enter individual shared responsibility payment * Line 45: If eligible, claim net premium tax credit, which is the excess of allowed premium tax credit over advance credit payments Form 1040EZ * Line 11: Report health coverage and enter individual shared responsibility payment * Form 1040EZ cannot be used to report advance payments or to claim the premium tax credit For more information about the Affordable Care Act and filing your 2014 income tax return visit IRS.gov/aca. 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Name: Form W-9 Inst--2014-12-00.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 161206 bytes Desc: Form W-9 Inst--2014-12-00.pdf URL: From pamella.johnson at state.or.us Thu Jan 22 09:23:05 2015 From: pamella.johnson at state.or.us (Pamella S. Johnson) Date: Thu, 22 Jan 2015 17:23:05 +0000 Subject: [OSSSA218] IRS Webinar on Federal Tax Implications for Employer Provided Vehicle Use 02.12.2015 Message-ID: <5df02c91e40e4342bbcde6649077710a@v-exchdb01.a4590.pers.state.or.us> Good morning: The Federal, State and Local Government (FSLG) division of the IRS is providing a webinar on Thursday, February 12, 2015 at 11 a.m. (PST). While there is not continuing education credit offered, this webinar will be archived if you are unable to participate on February 12th. Thank you. Pamella Johnson Oregon State Social Security Coordinator Oregon Public Employees Retirement System From: Rodegeb Kathleen L [mailto:Kathleen.Rodegeb at irs.gov] Sent: Thursday, January 22, 2015 7:25 AM Subject: Federal Tax Implications for Employer Provided Vehicle Use What: Free Webcast - Federal Tax Implications for Employer Provided Vehicle Use When: February 12, 2015; 2 p.m. (Eastern) Learn about: * What is taxable? * What sorts of use are exempt? * Which vehicles are exempt? * How to value personal use Register for this event. You will use the same link to attend the event. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From pamella.johnson at state.or.us Tue Jan 27 13:37:16 2015 From: pamella.johnson at state.or.us (Pamella S. Johnson) Date: Tue, 27 Jan 2015 21:37:16 +0000 Subject: [OSSSA218] Request for 2014 W-2 Count Message-ID: <011805b805744b78a26aa61118e0e5af@v-exchdb01.a4590.pers.state.or.us> Dear Section 218 Employer: Attached please find a form requesting information on the total number of W-2s issued by your entity for employees for the year ending December 31, 2014. This count should include all W-2s which reflect FICA withholdings. Annually this information is gathered for the computation of the yearly Oregon State Social Security administrative fee. The statistics supplied by you for the year ending 2014 will become the basis for the fee paid in 2016-2017 by your entity. Please return the completed form at your earliest convenience via email, fax or by mail. Don't forget to include contact details at the bottom of the form for update purposes. Thanking you in advance for your assistance. 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Please note that this particular webcast is offered twice on February 11th, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. (both PST). With thanks, Pamella Johnson Oregon State Social Security Coordinator PS. Because this is a regional training, the presentation will not be archived nor will continuing education credits be offered. Sl2 From: *TE/GE-FSLG-Outreach [mailto:te.ge.fslg.outreach at irs.gov] Sent: Thursday, January 29, 2015 9:04 PM To: *TE/GE-FSLG-Outreach Subject: IRS Webcast ? Forms W-4 and W-2: What You Need to Know? February 11, 2015 The IRS office of Federal, State & Local Governments presents: Forms W-4 and W-2: What You Need to Know Wednesday, February 11, 2015 10:00 a.m. PST; repeated at 2:00 p.m. PST Learn about: Forms W-4: ? When to secure ? How to determine if valid ? What to do when not valid ? How long to retain ? Requirements for non-resident alien employees Forms W-2: ? Common errors ? Information for special boxes ? Box 12 and 13 entries (other than ACA) ? 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