Governor Walker: Anti-Fraud Initiatives Have Saved Taxpayers $255 Million

MADISON – Governor Scott Walker announced this week that initiatives by the Wisconsin Department of Revenue (DOR) to protect the identity of taxpayers and prevent fraudulent activity have yielded a significant return.

Last tax season, DOR stopped more than $63 million in fraudulent refunds and credits. During the past six tax seasons, DOR has prevented more than $255 million in potential fraud.

“Protecting Wisconsin’s taxpayers is a top priority,” Governor Walker said. “This includes protecting them from waste, fraud, and abuse. I applaud the Department of Revenue for their efforts to safeguard our citizens from fraudulent activity. We will continue to work with them and remain vigilant so we can prevent identity theft and other forms of fraud.”

For more information about DOR’s identity verification program, visit www.revenue.wi.gov and click on the ID Verification badge.