Bill · S.Con.Res. 6· Senate(119-SCONRES-6)

A concurrent resolution 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: 75 years

Idaho

Introduced: 1/24/2025
Last activity: 1/24/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Finance. (text: CR S374)
Sponsored by: Mike Crapo
Cosponsors: - 17 - 14

Taxation

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A concurrent resolution is how the Senate and the House 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 text is a resolution from the Senate and House of Representatives about tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies. It highlights that these groups have historically provided and continue to provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States. The text notes that these societies operate as mutual aid organizations to serve community needs and provide life, health, accident, and other benefits to their members. It points out that Congress originally exempted these organizations from taxation in 1909 under section 501(c)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code. Finally, the resolution states it is the sense of Congress that this tax exemption should continue because these societies provide significant returns and support to the country.

Yes· 3 of 30

Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+3
Provides an alternative support system for those with unmet needs that the government cannot address.
Would people in middle age be better off under this?+2
Beneficiaries of life, health, and accident benefits.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+2
Beneficiaries of life and health benefits and community support networks.