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Introduced
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
In Committee
01/15/2026
01/15/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow for deductions for transfers from estates or gifts to certain cemeteries.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Grave Injustice Parity Act," amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow for tax deductions on transfers from estates or gifts made to certain non-profit cemeteries. Specifically, it expands the types of charitable organizations to which tax-deductible contributions can be made, including cemetery companies that are exclusively for the benefit of their members and are not operated for profit, meaning no private individuals benefit from their earnings. This change aims to provide parity with existing deductions for other charitable organizations and applies to taxable years beginning after the bill's enactment. Additionally, the bill clarifies that distributions from private foundations to these qualifying cemetery companies are not considered taxable expenditures or failures to distribute income, further encouraging support for such entities.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (on 01/15/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/7087/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr7087/BILLS-119hr7087ih.pdf |
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