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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.

USA119th CongressHCONRES-4| House 
| Updated: 1/28/2025
Darin LaHood

Darin LaHood

Republican Representative

Illinois

Cosponsors (102)
Dusty Johnson (Republican)Stacey E. Plaskett (Democratic)Nikema Williams (Democratic)Elise M. Stefanik (Republican)Jared F. Golden (Democratic)Sylvia R. Garcia (Democratic)Kelly Morrison (Democratic)Ashley Hinson (Republican)Brett Guthrie (Republican)Mark Pocan (Democratic)Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Ed Case (Democratic)Christopher R. Deluzio (Democratic)Emanuel Cleaver (Democratic)Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Gregory F. Murphy (Republican)Bill Foster (Democratic)Thomas P. Tiffany (Republican)Zachary Nunn (Republican)Glenn Thompson (Republican)David Scott (Democratic)Kristen McDonald Rivet (Democratic)Mike Carey (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Republican)Juan Vargas (Democratic)Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Aaron Bean (Republican)Young Kim (Republican)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)William R. Timmons (Republican)Pete Sessions (Republican)David Rouzer (Republican)Madeleine Dean (Democratic)Suzan K. DelBene (Democratic)Angie Craig (Democratic)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Jeff Hurd (Republican)Haley M. Stevens (Democratic)Andrew R. Garbarino (Republican)Nathaniel Moran (Republican)Danny K. Davis (Democratic)Michael A. Rulli (Republican)Vicente Gonzalez (Democratic)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Lloyd Smucker (Republican)Daniel Meuser (Republican)Don Bacon (Republican)Nikki Budzinski (Democratic)Brendan F. Boyle (Democratic)Andy Barr (Republican)John B. Larson (Democratic)Mike Flood (Republican)Carol D. Miller (Republican)Joseph D. Morelle (Democratic)Ann Wagner (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)Richard Hudson (Republican)Hillary J. Scholten (Democratic)Morgan McGarvey (Democratic)Brad Finstad (Republican)James A. Himes (Democratic)Brittany Pettersen (Democratic)Tony Wied (Republican)Glenn Grothman (Republican)Ron Estes (Republican)Blake D. Moore (Republican)John R. Moolenaar (Republican)Betty McCollum (Democratic)Scott Fitzgerald (Republican)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Brad Sherman (Democratic)Salud O. Carbajal (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)Joe Neguse (Democratic)Mike Quigley (Democratic)Donald S. Beyer (Democratic)Troy Downing (Republican)Mike Bost (Republican)Eric Sorensen (Democratic)Pete Stauber (Republican)John W. Rose (Republican)Tom Emmer (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Bill Huizenga (Republican)Max L. Miller (Republican)Jay Obernolte (Republican)Deborah K. Ross (Democratic)Randy Feenstra (Republican)Robert E. Latta (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Linda T. Sánchez (Democratic)Emily Randall (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Gwen Moore (Democratic)Bradley Scott Schneider (Democratic)Julie Fedorchak (Republican)Michelle Fischbach (Republican)Troy Balderson (Republican)Bryan Steil (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)

Ways and Means Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress regarding the significant contributions of tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies . It acknowledges their long history as mutual aid organizations that provide essential life, health, and accident benefits to members, alongside extensive charitable and volunteer activities. These societies operate through a nationwide chapter system, mobilizing approximately 7 million member-volunteers to address unmet community needs and strengthen social capital. Their work is valued at over $3.8 billion annually, encompassing charitable giving, educational programs, and volunteer efforts. Congress affirms that the fraternal benefit society model represents a successful private sector support system, alleviating pressure on government safety net programs. The resolution highlights that the provision of member benefits is crucial for sustaining their charitable and fraternal work. It concludes by stating that the tax exemption granted under section 501(c)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code continues to yield substantial returns for the United States, and therefore, the work of these societies should continue to be promoted.
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Bill from Previous Congress

HCONRES 116-27
Expressing the sense of the Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to Americans and United States communities.

Bill from Previous Congress

HCONRES 118-28
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

HCONRES 117-65
Expressing the sense of the 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

HCONRES 115-10
Expressing the sense of the Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to Americans and United States communities.
Jan 24, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

SCONRES 119-6
Submitted in Senate
Jan 28, 2025
Submitted in House
Jan 28, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HCONRES 116-27
    Expressing the sense of the Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to Americans and United States communities.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HCONRES 118-28
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HCONRES 117-65
    Expressing the sense of the 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HCONRES 115-10
    Expressing the sense of the Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to Americans and United States communities.


  • January 24, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SCONRES 119-6
    Submitted in Senate


  • January 28, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • January 28, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Taxation

Related Bills

  • SCONRES 119-6: 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.

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.

USA119th CongressHCONRES-4| House 
| Updated: 1/28/2025
This concurrent resolution expresses the sense of Congress regarding the significant contributions of tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies . It acknowledges their long history as mutual aid organizations that provide essential life, health, and accident benefits to members, alongside extensive charitable and volunteer activities. These societies operate through a nationwide chapter system, mobilizing approximately 7 million member-volunteers to address unmet community needs and strengthen social capital. Their work is valued at over $3.8 billion annually, encompassing charitable giving, educational programs, and volunteer efforts. Congress affirms that the fraternal benefit society model represents a successful private sector support system, alleviating pressure on government safety net programs. The resolution highlights that the provision of member benefits is crucial for sustaining their charitable and fraternal work. It concludes by stating that the tax exemption granted under section 501(c)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code continues to yield substantial returns for the United States, and therefore, the work of these societies should continue to be promoted.
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Timeline

Bill from Previous Congress

HCONRES 116-27
Expressing the sense of the Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to Americans and United States communities.

Bill from Previous Congress

HCONRES 118-28
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.

Bill from Previous Congress

HCONRES 117-65
Expressing the sense of the 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.

Bill from Previous Congress

HCONRES 115-10
Expressing the sense of the Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to Americans and United States communities.
Jan 24, 2025

Latest Companion Bill Action

SCONRES 119-6
Submitted in Senate
Jan 28, 2025
Submitted in House
Jan 28, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HCONRES 116-27
    Expressing the sense of the Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to Americans and United States communities.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HCONRES 118-28
    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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HCONRES 117-65
    Expressing the sense of the 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.


  • Bill from Previous Congress

    HCONRES 115-10
    Expressing the sense of the Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to Americans and United States communities.


  • January 24, 2025

    Latest Companion Bill Action

    SCONRES 119-6
    Submitted in Senate


  • January 28, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • January 28, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Darin LaHood

Darin LaHood

Republican Representative

Illinois

Cosponsors (102)
Dusty Johnson (Republican)Stacey E. Plaskett (Democratic)Nikema Williams (Democratic)Elise M. Stefanik (Republican)Jared F. Golden (Democratic)Sylvia R. Garcia (Democratic)Kelly Morrison (Democratic)Ashley Hinson (Republican)Brett Guthrie (Republican)Mark Pocan (Democratic)Joyce Beatty (Democratic)Ed Case (Democratic)Christopher R. Deluzio (Democratic)Emanuel Cleaver (Democratic)Chrissy Houlahan (Democratic)Gregory F. Murphy (Republican)Bill Foster (Democratic)Thomas P. Tiffany (Republican)Zachary Nunn (Republican)Glenn Thompson (Republican)David Scott (Democratic)Kristen McDonald Rivet (Democratic)Mike Carey (Republican)Claudia Tenney (Republican)Mariannette Miller-Meeks (Republican)Juan Vargas (Democratic)Terri A. Sewell (Democratic)Aaron Bean (Republican)Young Kim (Republican)Jimmy Panetta (Democratic)William R. Timmons (Republican)Pete Sessions (Republican)David Rouzer (Republican)Madeleine Dean (Democratic)Suzan K. DelBene (Democratic)Angie Craig (Democratic)Donald G. Davis (Democratic)Thomas R. Suozzi (Democratic)Jeff Hurd (Republican)Haley M. Stevens (Democratic)Andrew R. Garbarino (Republican)Nathaniel Moran (Republican)Danny K. Davis (Democratic)Michael A. Rulli (Republican)Vicente Gonzalez (Democratic)Rudy Yakym (Republican)Lloyd Smucker (Republican)Daniel Meuser (Republican)Don Bacon (Republican)Nikki Budzinski (Democratic)Brendan F. Boyle (Democratic)Andy Barr (Republican)John B. Larson (Democratic)Mike Flood (Republican)Carol D. Miller (Republican)Joseph D. Morelle (Democratic)Ann Wagner (Republican)Mike Kelly (Republican)Richard Hudson (Republican)Hillary J. Scholten (Democratic)Morgan McGarvey (Democratic)Brad Finstad (Republican)James A. Himes (Democratic)Brittany Pettersen (Democratic)Tony Wied (Republican)Glenn Grothman (Republican)Ron Estes (Republican)Blake D. Moore (Republican)John R. Moolenaar (Republican)Betty McCollum (Democratic)Scott Fitzgerald (Republican)Sharice Davids (Democratic)Brad Sherman (Democratic)Salud O. Carbajal (Democratic)Jim Costa (Democratic)Joe Neguse (Democratic)Mike Quigley (Democratic)Donald S. Beyer (Democratic)Troy Downing (Republican)Mike Bost (Republican)Eric Sorensen (Democratic)Pete Stauber (Republican)John W. Rose (Republican)Tom Emmer (Republican)Brian K. Fitzpatrick (Republican)Bill Huizenga (Republican)Max L. Miller (Republican)Jay Obernolte (Republican)Deborah K. Ross (Democratic)Randy Feenstra (Republican)Robert E. Latta (Republican)Josh Gottheimer (Democratic)Linda T. Sánchez (Democratic)Emily Randall (Democratic)Michael Lawler (Republican)Gwen Moore (Democratic)Bradley Scott Schneider (Democratic)Julie Fedorchak (Republican)Michelle Fischbach (Republican)Troy Balderson (Republican)Bryan Steil (Republican)Nicole Malliotakis (Republican)

Ways and Means Committee

Taxation

Related Bills

  • SCONRES 119-6: 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.
  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted