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May 1, 12 PM CT

Update on Senate Vote for 174 Tax Bill

The R&D tax credit and deduction are crucial for SMBs, driving innovation, employment, and growth. Unfortunately, the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act introduced amortization for Section 174 expenses, adversely affecting SMBs dependent on these refunds for research and operational improvements.

Dean Zerbe, alliantGroup National Managing Director, Former Sr. Counsel, U.S. Senate Finance Committee

Dean Zerbe

Rick Lazio, alliantgroup Sr. Vice President, Former U.S. Congressman

Rick Lazio

April 26, 12 PM CT

Sharyn Fisk Highlights CPAs’ Role in ERC Claims: A Timely Call to Action

In a recent statement, Sharyn Fisk draws attention to the crucial responsibility that CPAs hold in ensuring their clients are safeguarded when it comes to Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims. This timely reminder underscores the importance of proactive measures that CPAs must take to protect both their clients and their financial well-being.

Darren Guillot, alliantgroup National Director, Former IRS Deputy Commissioner of the Small Business/Self Employed Division

Darren Guillot

September 27, 5 PM CT

Updates from Capitol Hill

Join former U.S. Congressman Rick Lazio (New York) and former U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp (North Dakota) for the latest from Capitol Hill. Our alliantgroup Strategic Advisory Board Members will share their insights on the possible government shutdown, change in processing for the Employee Retention Credit, and a look ahead to the 2024 elections.

Rick Lazio, alliantgroup Sr. Vice President, Former U.S. Congressman

Rick Lazio

Heidi Heitkamp, alliantgroup Director of Agriculture, Former U.S. Senator, Attorney General, and Tax Commissioner for North Dakota

Heidi Heitkamp

October 26, 12 PM CT

Employee Retention Credit for Nonprofits Webinar

Join William T Harris, President and CEO of the nonprofit Space Center Houston, Former IRS Acting Commissioner Steven Miller and alliantgroup Directors Reid McLaughlin and Tracy Lustyan for a conversation about the benefits of ERC for nonprofits. It’s imperative nonprofits consider their eligibility in light of recent IRS announcements.

Steven Miller, alliantgroup National Director of Tax, Former IRS Acting Commissioner

Steven Miller

Reid McLaughlin, alliantgroup Director

Reid McLaughlin

William T Harris, President & CEO, Space Center Houston Manned Space Flight Education Foundation

William T Harris

Tracy Lustyan, Managing Director

Tracy Lustyan

August 16, 5 PM CT

IRS Memo: ERC Supply Chain Qualifications

Join former Congressman Rick Lazio and former Senior Counsel to the Senate Finance Committee Dean Zerbe as they walk you through the IRS memo and how it applies to your clients.

Rick Lazio, alliantgroup Sr. Vice President, Former U.S. Congressman

Rick Lazio

Dean Zerbe, alliantGroup National Managing Director, Former Sr. Counsel, U.S. Senate Finance Committee

Dean Zerbe