An accountable government isn’t a bloated one empowered to target taxpayers, which is why Rep. Adrian Smith and I are working together to defund the Biden administration’s plan to hire 87,000 new employees to audit American taxpayers. October 21, 2022 Dear John, As you know by now, the Democrats' "Inflation Reduction Act" has done absolutely nothing to reduce inflation. Instead, it allocated $80 billion to hire 87,000 new Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agents to target middle- and low- income families. I've been working with Rep. Adrian Smith (R-NE) to overturn this disastrous plan by the Biden Administration, and we’ve teamed up to introduce a bill to defund the $80 billion IRS blowout. This week I had the opportunity to join the Vietnamese Physicians Association of Southern California for their Health Fair, and I'm joining the Westminster Police Department this month to raise awareness about breast cancer. Get the details about all of this and more below, and make sure to follow my Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to get these updates in real-time. We Must Defund the Administration's IRS Expansion An accountable government isn’t a bloated one empowered to target taxpayers, which is why Rep. Adrian Smith and I are working together to defund the Biden administration’s plan to hire 87,000 new employees to audit American taxpayers. Our bill, the Family and Small Business Taxpayer Protection Act, would rescind the IRS funding for enforcement and leave in place the funding for improvements to customer service and technology. Republican Leader Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has said one of the first orders of business in the new Congress will be to defund these new IRS agents. This is the first of many important steps House Republicans will take to help right the wrongs of a Democrat-controlled Washington. Republicans are ready to get to work on day one of the new Congress to hold government accountable and get our country back on track. Read My Full Op-Ed at Fox News Nominate a Veteran for the 2022 Veterans of Distinction Did you know that our District is home to more than 20,000 veterans? Those who have selflessly served our nation in uniform deserve our thanks and honor. As a member of Congress, one of my top priorities is ensuring that our veterans receive the respect, care, and benefits that they have earned. To commemorate Veterans Day, my office is accepting nominations from the public for Veterans of Distinction in the 48th Congressional District. Please visit my website to nominate a veteran from our district who you would like to see recognized for their service. Who can nominate? Anyone! Elected officials, community and business leaders, educators, friends, etc. Who is eligible? Veterans who reside in the 48th Congressional District. When is the deadline? October 24, 2022 Learn More and Nominate a Veteran I was so glad to join the Vietnamese Physicians Association of Southern California for their Health Fair. The group provides all kinds of free services from physicals to vision and dental exams. Thank you to all the healthcare professionals and volunteers who put on this event to serve our community! Apply for the 2022 Congressional App Challenge My office is accepting submissions for the Congressional App Challenge (CAC) until November 1st. The CAC is a great way for middle and high school students from across the country to explore and improve their computer-based skills by creating original apps. This competition encourages computer science and innovation skills and offers an opportunity for students to explore potential careers in the STEM field. Each winning app may be put on display in the U.S. Capitol Building for one year and will be featured on the House of Representatives website. Winning students are also invited to the #HouseofCode Capitol Hill Reception in Washington D.C. The CAC is open to 6th - 12th grade students residing in or attending school in California’s 48th District. Teachers and/or students should verify their eligibility with our office by calling (714) 960-6483. Learn More and Sign Up October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! I am grateful for Westminster Police Department's work to raise awareness and move us toward a world without breast cancer. Learn More Deadline Approaching: Military Academy Nominations For high schoolers thinking about their futures, deciding what to do after graduation can be stressful. Whether studying the trades, attending a traditional four-year university, or joining the workforce, the decisions may seem overwhelming. Attending one of our nation's Military Service Academies is both an incredible opportunity and a distinguished honor for those seeking a top-notch college education. Attendance comes with the obligation and commitment to serve in the military for a minimum of five years upon graduation. Members of Congress may nominate candidates for appointment to U.S. Military Academy at West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Air Force Academy, and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy. If a student in your life is thinking about applying to one of the military service academies, be sure to visit my website to learn all about the application process, receiving a Congressional nomination, and how my office can assist you! Learn More What I'm Reading IRS Silence on New 1099-K Paperwork Burdens Leaves... (pdf) Introduction Prior to the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA), the goal of the 1099-K form was limited to ensuring that taxpayers with substantial taxable income from third party sales on online platforms reported that income. Vendors... Read more www.ntu.org Assembly Bill 5 is still wreaking havoc in California... Independent truckers, however, are not among these lucky carve outs, and the state is beginning to feel the consequences. Throughout the United States, approximately 350,000 truck drivers make a living as independent owner-operators-they own... Read more www.ocregister.com Thanks for taking the time to read about what I've been doing on behalf of Orange County families. Be sure to connect with my official Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages, where I post the latest news and updates. It is an honor to serve you in Congress. Sincerely, Rep. Michelle Steel Member of Congress ‌ ‌ ‌ Rep. Steel | 1113 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected]