The reporting requirements affect taxpayers that are qualified settlement funds; they will be required to file income tax returns, estimated income tax returns, and withholding tax returns. The information will facilitate taxpayer examinations.
US Code:
26 USC 461(h)
Name of Law: General rule for taxable year of deduction
US Code:
26 USC 468B
Name of Law: Special rules for designated settlement funds
US Code:
26 USC 7805
Name of Law: Rules and regulations
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