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H.Con.Res. 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.

Introduced 2025-01-28 · Sponsor: Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16]
Latest action: 2025-01-28 · Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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H.Con.Res. 4 is a non-binding resolution that expresses the official opinion of Congress regarding fraternal benefit societies. These are member-based organizations that often provide insurance and social support while engaging in charitable work. The resolution states that these societies provide valuable economic and social support to communities. It encourages the continued promotion of their charitable and fraternal activities. This bill does not change any laws, create new regulations, or alter the tax status of these organizations. It is a symbolic statement of support and does not carry the force of law.
H.Con.Res. 4 是一项不具法律约束力的决议,旨在表达国会对“互助福利社团”(fraternal benefit societies)的官方立场。这些社团通常是由成员组成的组织,在提供保险和社会支持的同时,也从事慈善活动。 该决议指出,这些社团为社区提供了宝贵的经济和社会支持。它呼吁继续推广这些社团的慈善和互助活动。 该法案不会改变任何法律、制定新法规,也不会改变这些组织的税务地位。这仅是一项象征性的支持声明,不具备法律效力。