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Protecting Donor Privacy for Tax-Exempt Organizations

This bill aims to limit federal agencies' ability to collect and disclose information about donors to tax-exempt organizations. This means greater privacy for individuals supporting such organizations, with specific exceptions for law enforcement and financial oversight bodies. Violations carry severe penalties.
Key points
Federal agencies are prohibited from collecting or requiring donor identification information for tax-exempt organizations.
Federal agencies are restricted from publicly disclosing donor identification information.
Exceptions apply to the IRS, Federal Election Commission, and lawful court orders, among others.
Willful disclosure of donor information is a felony, punishable by fines up to $250,000 and/or up to 5 years imprisonment.
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Print number: 118_HR_4471
Sponsor: Rep. Armstrong, Kelly [R-ND-At Large]
Process start date: 2023-07-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Speech Privacy Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4471.

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 2023-07-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies are prohibited from collecting or requiring donor identification information for tax-exempt organizations.
  • Federal agencies are restricted from publicly disclosing donor identification information.
  • Exceptions apply to the IRS, Federal Election Commission, and lawful court orders, among others.
  • Willful disclosure of donor information is a felony, punishable by fines up to $250,000 and/or up to 5 years imprisonment.
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. Armstrong, Kelly [R-ND-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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