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State (Tax) Power of Attorney Forms

A State tax power of attorney form, or declaration of representative, allows an accountant, attorney, or another representative to represent someone else to a State's Department of Revenue. This is common for filing taxes or if the taxpayer is the subject of an audit. The forms are specific to the State's respective filing office.
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Updated April 08, 2025

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Tax Preparers

54% of e-filed returns were prepared by someone other than the taxpayer.[1]

By State

Who can be Appointed

  • Attorneys
  • Accountants (certified public accountants)
  • Other representatives such as:
    • Enrolled agents
    • Officers
    • Full-time employee
    • Family member
    • Enrolled actuary
    • Un-enrolled return preparer
    • Registered tax return preparer
    • Student attorney or CPA
    • Enrolled retirement plan agent[2]

How it Works (4 steps)

1. Complete the Form

Either the taxpayer or the representative completes the form, including:

  • Taxpayer’s Name & Address
  • Representative’s Name & Address
  • Authority Being Granted (e.g., file returns, communicate with the Dept. of Revenue, representation, etc.)
  • Signature (depends on the state)

2. Give to the Representative

The taxpayer sends the completed and signed form to the representative. Oftentimes, this form also needs to be signed by the representative.

3. Attach to Filing

Depending on the state, a tax power of attorney document is attached to the filing being made. In some states, like Florida,[3] it is used only when communicating with the Dept. of Revenue.

Acceptance By State

Once accepted, the representative can begin speaking with the Dept. of Revenue (or a similar office).

Sample

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