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U.S. Income Tax Return for Certain Political Organizations

Rev. 2023

Form 1120-POL is an income tax return for certain political organizations. For calendar year 2023, users need to check boxes for final return, name change, address change, or amended return. Sections include Dividends, Interest, Gross rents, Capital gain net income, Net gain or loss from Form 4797, Other income and nonexempt function expenditures, Total income, Deductions (Salaries and wages, Repairs and maintenance, Rents, Taxes and licenses, Interest, Depreciation, Other deductions), Taxable income, Income tax, Tax credits, Total tax, Payments (Tax deposited with Form 7004, Credit for tax paid on undistributed capital gains, Credit for federal tax on fuels, Elective payment election amount from Form 3520), Tax due, Overpayment. Additional information includes having an interest in or signature authority over a foreign financial account and receiving a distribution from or being the grantor or transferor of a foreign trust.

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FAQ
  • What Is the Purpose of Form 1120-POL?

    Form 1120-POL is used by certain political organizations to figure and report their income taxes. It is due on the 15th day of the 4th month after the end of your organization’s tax year.

  • What Is Taxable Income?

    Taxable income for political organizations is generally defined as gross receipts from all sources during the tax year reduced by returns and allowances, less expenses paid or incurred to produce the income.

  • What Is Exempt Function and Exempt Function Income?

    Exempt function income is income derived from activities that further the organization’s exempt function. It is not subject to federal income tax.

  • Who Must File Form 1120-POL?

    Form 1120-POL is used by certain political organizations to figure and report their income taxes. If your organization is described in section 527 of the Internal Revenue Code, you are generally required to file Form 1120-POL if you meet the requirements listed under Who Must File in the instructions for this form.

  • What Is Specified Taxable Income?

    Specified taxable income includes contributions received in a calendar year, up to a certain amount, and expenses paid or incurred on behalf of a candidate or candidate for office, as well as amounts reported under certain campaign finance reporting requirements.

  • When Is Form 1120-POL Due?

    Form 1120-POL is due on the 15th day of the 4th month after the end of your organization’s tax year.

  • What Other Reports and Returns May Be Required?

    Other reports and returns that may be required include, but are not limited to, Form 8871 (Report of Political Organization), Form 8872 (Statement of Candidates, Contributors, and Certain Political Organizations Regarding Certain Requirements Relating to Disqualified Persons), Form 8992 (Political Organization Report of Contributions Received), and Form 990 (Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax). For more information on these forms, see the instructions for each form.

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Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Forms

Form 1120-POL is one of the official tax forms used in the United States to report income, claim deductions and credits, calculate tax liability, and fulfill other tax-related obligations. The IRS is the federal agency responsible for administering and enforcing the internal revenue laws in the United States.

Here are some examples of Internal Revenue Service forms:

Form 1040: This is the primary individual income tax return form used by most taxpayers. It is used to report various types of income, claim deductions and credits, calculate tax liability, and determine whether a taxpayer owes additional tax or is entitled to a refund.

Form 1099: There are different variations of Form 1099, such as 1099-MISC, 1099-INT, 1099-DIV, etc. These forms are used to report income received by individuals or businesses from various sources other than employment, such as self-employment income, interest income, dividend income, and rental income.

Form W-2: This form is used by employers to report wages paid to employees and the taxes withheld from their pay. Employees use the information on Form W-2 to complete their individual tax returns.

Form 941: Employers use this form to report employment taxes, including federal income tax withheld, Social Security tax, and Medicare tax, for their employees.

Form 1065: This form is used by partnerships to report their income, deductions, and tax liability. Partnerships themselves do not pay income tax; instead, the partners report their share of partnership income on their individual tax returns.

Form 1120: This is the corporate income tax return form used by C corporations to report their income, deductions, and tax liability.

Form 990: This form is used by tax-exempt organizations, such as nonprofits and charities, to report their financial information, activities, and compliance with tax laws.

Form 8862: This form is used by taxpayers who previously claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) but had it disallowed, and now want to claim it again.

These are just a few examples of the numerous IRS forms that exist to fulfill various tax-related obligations. The specific forms required for an individual or business depend on their unique circumstances, income sources, and deductions. It's advisable to consult the official website of the Internal Revenue Service (www.irs.gov) or seek professional tax advice to obtain accurate and up-to-date information regarding the specific IRS forms relevant to your tax situation.

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