Form 8879 - IRS e-file Signature Authorization

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This module contains Federal Form 8879-EMP, IRS e-file Signature Authorization for Forms 940, 940-PR, 941, 941-PR, 941-SS, 943, 943-PR, 944, and 945.

Use Form 8879-EMP if you and the electronic return originator (ERO) want to use a personal identification number (PIN) to electronically sign an electronic employment tax return. If applicable, Form 8879-EMP is also used to authorize an electronic funds withdrawal. If you don't use Form 8879-EMP to sign the return, you must use Form 8453-EMP, Employment Tax Declaration for an IRS e-file Return. For more information, see the Form 8453-EMP instructions.

Data may be imported from saved Form 940, 941, 943, 944, or 945. Select IMPORT from the menu to import from the selected form. The user must complete the portions of the forms that were not filled in by the import routine.

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