Gibbs, IRS Commissioner 2 1/2 Years, to Leave Post March 4
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WASHINGTON — Lawrence B. Gibbs, commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service for 2 1/2 years, said Friday that he will leave the post on March 4.
His resignation was announced by spokesman Scott Waffle, who said the commissioner was not ready to disclose what he will do after leaving the position.
Gibbs, 50, is highly regarded by congressional leaders with whom he deals regularly.
Gibbs took office on Aug. 4, 1986, succeeding Roscoe L. Egger Jr. Gibbs had served as deputy chief counsel, acting chief counsel and assistant commissioner.
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