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RepublicanBill · H.R. 8117· House(119-HR-8117)

Fair Treatment of Religious Organizations Act of 2026

Rep. Moore
Age: 46 years
Utah
Introduced
3/26/2026
Last activity
3/26/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sponsored by
Blake Moore
Cosponsors
Republican - 13Democrat - 0
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

The Fair Treatment of Religious Organizations Act of 2026 aims to ensure fair treatment for certain charitable organizations and recipients of Federal financial assistance. It amends the Internal Revenue Code regarding the determination of religious purpose for tax-exempt status. This amendment mandates that religious purpose determinations be made without regard to specific beliefs concerning marriage, sexuality, or gender identity. Additionally, it prevents beliefs from failing a religious purpose test just because they are not central to a system of religion. The bill also prohibits Federal agencies from discriminating against religious employers that receive Federal grants, loans, or contracts. This includes protecting their right to employ persons who share their specific religious standards and beliefs.

Yes· 3 of 6

  • Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+8

    The bill strengthens religious freedom by protecting the tax-exempt status and employment rights of religious organizations.

  • Would business owners be better off under this?+5

    The bill provides greater legal certainty and protection for religious employers receiving federal funds.

  • Does this make it easier to use public money at a school other than the local one?+4

    The bill protects religious educational institutions receiving federal assistance from discrimination based on their religious standards.

The opposite

  • Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?-5

    The bill allows religious employers to use specific beliefs regarding sexuality and gender identity as a basis for employment practices.

  • Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?-5

    The bill enables employment practices based on religious beliefs concerning sexuality and gender identity that may conflict with LGBTQ rights.