[maxerickson]

The IRS already has the infrastructure to do it. For simple returns they also have all the necessary information whether a return is filed or not.

So we can do both. Simplify the tax code and send a lot of people a post card summarizing their tax year. If the summary is wrong or not advantageous, they can file an amended return.

[petters]

This is how it works in Sweden. Most people just approve their "post card." Everything is done online.