IRS News Today — July 31, 2026
IRS could be required to publicly report wait times and backlogs and more — today's irs signal.
As government agencies prepare for changes in operations and regulations, there are efforts underway to improve transparency and efficiency. The IRS, for example, may soon be required to publicly report wait times and backlogs, providing taxpayers with a clearer understanding of the agency's performance. This increased transparency could help identify areas where the IRS needs to improve, allowing the agency to make targeted changes.
Meanwhile, other agencies are navigating changes in their operations and contracts. The VA is facing court scrutiny over its attempt to scrap a union contract, marking the third time the issue has been contested. In a separate development, federal officials have quietly relocated a Medicaid technology project to a central data hub, positioning the program for new eligibility requirements that are on the horizon. These developments highlight the ongoing efforts of government agencies to adapt to changing needs and requirements.
Today's signal:
• IRS could be required to publicly report wait times and backlogs (govexec.com)
• VA’s third attempt to scrap union contract heads back to court (govexec.com)
• Feds quietly moved a Medicaid technology project to a central data hub as new eligibility requirements approach (route-fifty.com)