Editor: Michael J. Mondelli, J.D.

The IRS Whistleblower Program plays a critical role in identifying tax noncompliance. Since its inception in 2007, it has led to the collection of over $7 billion in unpaid taxes and awarded more than $1.3 billion to whistleblowers. The Whistleblower Office is building on this success by addressing operational challenges and incorporating feedback from stakeholders, including whistleblowers, legal practitioners, and IRS personnel.

In April 2025, the Whistleblower Office unveiled its first–ever multiyear operating plan, marking a significant step toward enhancing the effectiveness and transparency of its Whistleblower Program. The plan’s purpose and vision are to improve the IRS’s ability to act on credible whistleblower information, ensure fair and timely awards to whistleblowers, enhance communication and transparency, and strengthen internal processes and workforce capabilities. The Service has emphasized that the plan is flexible, allowing for adjustments based on stakeholder feedback and evolving enforcement needs.

This plan is structured around six comprehensive strategic priorities that will improve how the IRS handles whistleblower claims, rewards informants, and integrates their contributions into broader tax enforcement efforts. In addition, there are 38 initiatives of focus within these six strategic priorities. These initiatives will be a mix of short–term actions (such as updating forms and guidance) and long–term reforms (such...

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