27 January 2020 IRS launches Gig Economy Tax Center to help gig workers and digital platforms meet their tax obligations The IRS has announced (IR-2020-04) the launch of its new Gig Economy Tax Center, aimed at helping "people in this growing area meet their tax obligations through more streamlined information." Information available through the Gig Economy Tax Center addresses:
The IRS site also contains information for digital platforms (businesses that match workers' services or goods with customers via apps or websites). The launch of these resources is well-timed considering the focus some states (e.g., California and New Jersey) are giving to extending greater labor protections to gig workers.
Document ID: 2020-0193 | |||||||||