America's tax system is complex, inefficient, and onerous. For over 15 years, National Taxpayers Union and Foundation have tallied the costs of complying with our ever-expanding Tax Code. Using the latest information from the Internal Revenue Service and the Department of Treasury, we offer a unique and objective look into how such a complicated tax system impacts individuals, families, and businesses alike.
2023
6.5 Billion Hours, $260 Billion: What Tax Complexity Costs Americans
2022
Increasing Complexity Brings Back Bigger Compliance Burdens
2021
Tax Complexity 2021: Compliance Burdens Ease Again
2020
Tax Complexity 2020: Compliance Burdens Ease for Second Year Since Tax Reform
2019
Tax Reform Bill Made Modest Progress Toward Simplification, But Significant Hurdles Remain