2026 Nationwide Tax Forum: Welcome - YouTube video text script

Hi, I'm Derek Ganter with the Communications and Liaison Team at the Internal Revenue Service.

I'm excited to announce the 2026 IRS Nationwide Tax Forum 5 City Lineup Chicago, New Orleans, New York, Orlando, and San Diego.

Each forum is a three day event that provides the tax professional community with the latest information on federal and state tax issues.

Experts from the IRS and our partner organizations will present a wide range of training seminars and workshops, and attendees may earn continuing education credits.

This year's program includes a strong lineup of seminars covering important educational topics such as tax pro accounts, tax fraud and scams, cybersecurity, the Working Families Tax Cut Act, and other important issues affecting the tax professional community.

We encourage you to take advantage of as many sessions as possible, and while you're there, be sure to check out the many other programs offered.

Whether it's arriving early for special Monday offerings, visiting the Expo hall, participating in focus groups or town hall hosted by the National Taxpayer Advocate, or by making an appointment to visit the Case Resolution Room, the IRS Nationwide Tax Forum has something for you.

Tax professionals and practitioners play a vital role in our nation's tax system.

The work you do helps taxpayers meet their tax obligations.

We appreciate your partnership and look forward to seeing you at the 2026 IRS Nationwide Tax Forum.

Sessions fill quickly, so be sure to register in advance at www.irstaxforum.com.