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Recognizing and Supporting Fraternal Benefit Societies: Community Benefits.

This Congressional resolution emphasizes that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have provided crucial financial and social support to citizens for over a century. Their activities, including life and health insurance and volunteer work, alleviate pressure on government programs and strengthen local communities. Congress believes their work should continue to be promoted.
Key points
Fraternal benefit societies provide life, health, and accident benefits, helping members achieve financial security.
Their volunteer and charitable activities strengthen local communities and complement government efforts.
Maintaining their tax-exempt status is essential for their continued support to citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HCONRES_28
Sponsor: Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16]
Process start date: 2023-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HCONRES_28.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Fraternal benefit societies provide life, health, and accident benefits, helping members achieve financial security.
  • Their volunteer and charitable activities strengthen local communities and complement government efforts.
  • Maintaining their tax-exempt status is essential for their continued support to citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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