Bill · H.Con.Res. 4· House(119-HCONRES-4)

Expressing the sense of Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically provided and continue to provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States.

Age: 58 years

Illinois

Introduced: 1/28/2025
Last activity: 1/28/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Sponsored by: Darin LaHood
Cosponsors: - 67 - 54

Taxation

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A concurrent resolution is how the House and the Senate settle something they do together, such as a budget plan or a joint session. It is adopted once both chambers agree to it, and that puts it into effect; it is not a law, so it does not go to the President.

What this bill would do

This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress regarding the historical and current benefits provided by tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies to communities in the United States. It highlights these mutual aid organizations as longstanding groups that provide life, health, accident, and other benefits while operating through a nationwide chapter system. The text notes that these societies represent a large member-volunteer network providing billions of dollars in charitable work, educational programs, and volunteer activities annually. It acknowledges that Congress first exempted these organizations from taxation in 1909 under section 501(c)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. The resolution concludes that the fraternal benefit model is a successful private sector support system that relieves pressure on government safety net programs. Finally, it states that these societies continue to generate significant returns to the United States and their work should continue to be promoted.

Yes· 3 of 5

Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+3
The resolution notes that these societies relieve pressure on government safety net programs.
Does this make health care easier to get in general?+3
The resolution highlights how these societies provide critical life and health benefits to members.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+2
The resolution states these societies address unmet needs in communities.