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Introduced
08/08/2025
08/08/2025
In Committee
08/08/2025
08/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to prohibit certain tax-exempt organizations from providing funding for election administration.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to prohibit tax-exempt organizations classified under section 501(c)(3) - which typically include charities, religious organizations, and non-profit groups - from providing direct or indirect funding to state or local governments for election administration. The bill specifically prevents these organizations from giving money that could reasonably be expected to be used for managing elections, with a narrow exception allowing donations of physical space to be used as polling places. The key change modifies the existing language about tax-exempt organizations to explicitly restrict election administration funding, with the new rules set to take effect for taxable years starting after December 31, 2025. The legislation, titled the "Safeguarding Trust in Our Politics Act", appears aimed at preventing non-profit organizations from potentially influencing election processes through financial support, though the precise motivation for such a restriction is not explained in the bill text.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (on 08/08/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/4943/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr4943/BILLS-119hr4943ih.pdf |
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