CPAs, attorneys, enrolled agents and others who prepare tax returns must register with the IRS. Plus, paid preparers must pass a competency exam to be recognized as a registered tax return preparer.
In addition to Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN) registration, the IRS will require certain paid tax preparers to pass a competency test by December 31, 2013.
Further, as a tax preparer with 250 clients who sees to it that millions of tax dollars are accurately and timely paid each year, I find your letter insulting.