July 29, 2024 The Public News Service published a story about Virginia tax filing laws that prohibit direct filing with the IRS. The article cites data from a Harris AP-NORC poll. A University of Chicago-Harris/AP-NORC poll found two-thirds of Americans believe they pay too much in taxes with too little benefit. Research shows there is truth to it, as some companies hire unenrolled tax preparers who lack qualifications and expertise in tax rules and policy. Speer pointed out people sometimes need their tax refund badly enough to use one of the services. Read the full story here: https://www.publicnewsservice.org/2024-07-29/consumer/va-gov-youngkin-urged-to-implement-irs-direct-file/a91544-1 Upcoming Events More events Harris Summer Mixer in Washington, DC: Cultivating Policy Connections Thu., July 10, 2025 | 5:00 PM Harris Summer Mixer in Washington, DC: Cultivating Policy Connections Office of Federal Relations 1730 Pennsylvania Ave NW Washington,, DC 20006 United States Coffee Chat Fri., July 11, 2025 | 9:00 AM Tatte Bakery and Cafe 2129 I St NW Washington, DC 20037 United States Coffee Chat Fri., July 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM Greenberry's Coffee Co. 1805 E St NW Washington, DC 20006 United States