Connecticut Senate Bill SB00586

Connecticut 2011 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/21/11
• Refer: 1/21/11

Caption

An Act Concerning The Limits On Time For Making Deficiency Assessments.

Impact

If enacted, SB00586 would actively change the procedural timeline for how the Department of Revenue Services manages deficiency assessments, thereby providing a more streamlined process for taxpayers to be informed of any errors in their filings. By reducing the notification period from three years to two years for smaller errors, this bill could enhance taxpayer awareness and potentially allow for quicker resolutions to tax discrepancies. Moreover, it aims to mitigate any adverse financial impacts by limiting the time during which interest can accrue on these deficiencies.

Summary

SB00586 is an act proposed to amend section 12-733 of the general statutes, which concerns the timeline for deficiency assessments related to personal income taxes. The bill aims to require the Department of Revenue Services to notify taxpayers of any deficiency assessments for errors of $500 or less within two years of filing their tax return, rather than the previously established three years. This legislative change is intended to reduce the burden on taxpayers by preventing the accumulation of large interest expenses that may arise from delayed notifications on tax deficiencies.

Contention

The amendment may raise discussions about the balance between the state's ability to assess and collect taxes effectively and the necessity of affording taxpayers adequate time and notice to address their tax filings. Supporters of the bill may argue that the quickened notification process supports taxpayers and encourages responsible filing practices. On the other hand, some may express concerns that hastening the timeline could inadvertently disadvantage those who might need more time to understand or address assessed deficiencies, particularly individuals unfamiliar with tax processes.