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.
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Overview
This concurrent resolution expresses Congress’s sense that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide valuable services to communities across the United States. These organizations offer benefits to their members and engage in charitable and volunteer activities, contributing significantly to local economies and social well-being. The resolution highlights their role as a private sector support system and acknowledges their adaptation since 1909 when they were granted tax exemption.
Key provisions
- Congress recognizes fraternal benefit societies as a successful private sector economic and social support system.
- The provision of benefits to members supports charitable and fraternal activities.
- Fraternal benefit societies have adapted to meet evolving needs.
- The tax exemption under section 501(c)(8) continues to generate significant returns for the United States.
Who is affected
- Tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies
- Members of fraternal benefit societies
- Communities served by fraternal benefit societies
- Volunteers associated with fraternal benefit societies
Notable changes
- The resolution emphasizes the continued importance of these organizations.
- It references the 1909 Congressional recognition and tax exemption.
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