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With the Joint Statistical Research Program, the Statistics of Income (SOI) Division seeks to increase use of its tax microdata by researchers outside the Federal government.  Researchers who apply and are selected into the program will partner with SOI staff on projects that advance the understanding of how existing taxes affect people, businesses and the economy and provide new understanding of taxpayer behavior that can aid in the administration of the U.S. tax system.

SOI Joint Statistical Research Program, 2012 Schedule and Guidelines:

• Oct. 24, 2011: SOI will issue a call for 2012 research proposals. Please submit your application to SIS@irs.gov.
• Dec. 15, 2011: The deadline for research proposal applications.
• Timely proposals will be evaluated by a panel of experts and final selections will be made based on a number of factors, including resources available within SOI to support your proposed work.
• Jan. 31, 2012: SOI will announce projects selected for its 2012 Joint Statistical Research Program.
• Selected projects will be performed under a formal agreement with SOI that details the research topic and data to be analyzed, as well as the term of the project, regular reporting requirements, and any restrictions.

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