zachdc
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Can the IRS form 8821 be used to authorize a relative to receive confidential tax information?

I help manage my father's finances (he has granted me financial power of attorney). If I would like to speak to the IRS about his taxes, can he authorize me to do so via form 8821? I am not a tax professional and I am not an attorney. It's unclear to me whether form 8821 is used to allow disclosure to certain professionals or if any individual (such as a family member) can be appointed.