Why does the it's need to verify my identity if I had a ip pin

[sgrigsby]

The program requests this additional information such as Drivers License for additional security; however, if you skip this page, you can still file and it will not give you an error message, if you are comfortable with the IP PIN.  Congratulations on using the IP PIN; it's a great way to protect yourself and frustrate scammers!  For those new to it, see the irs website at IRS LINK  for the free service.