The provisions of this rule are retroactively effective January 12, 2023. Grants awarded by the Tax Infrastructure Grant Program must meet at least one of the following:
- (1) Strengthen the existing network of culturally specific organizations (see OAR 461-194-0010) and culturally responsive organizations (see OAR 461-194-0010) that provide tax preparation;
- (2) Expand organizational capacity in geographically diverse areas of Oregon to improve access to tax navigation and tax preparation services;
- (3) Improve the recruitment and retention of qualified tax preparers;
- (4) Strengthen the technology resources and training systems available to tax preparers and volunteers; or
- (5) Strengthen taxpayer outreach, education, and connections to communities by culturally specific organizations and culturally responsive organizations that provide tax navigation and preparation services.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 411.060 & HB 4117 (Oregon 2022 short session)
Statutes/Other Implemented
HB 4117 (Oregon 2022 short session)
History
SSP 49-2023, adopt filed 11/29/2023, effective 12/01/2023
SSP 18-2023, temporary adopt filed 06/15/2023, effective 06/15/2023 through 12/11/2023
SSP 16-2023, temporary adopt filed 06/12/2023, effective 06/15/2023 through 12/11/2023