What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 227.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-07.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr227/BILLS-119hr227rh.htm

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: https://clerk.house.gov/evs/2026/roll139.xml

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Fong, Vince [R-CA-20].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 350 - 5 (Roll no. 139). (text: CR H3115-3116)

Analysis and Potential Impact of HR 227

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Clergy Social Security Opt-In Opportunity

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Clergy can now opt back into Social Security coverage, even if they previously opted out. The deadline to apply for re-entry is the tax return due date for the applicant's second taxable year beginning after December 31, 2027. Once re-entered, individuals cannot opt out of Social Security coverage again. Late applications may require payment of past due taxes for the effective taxable year.

The Clergy Act allows clergy members, religious order members, and Christian Science practitioners who previously opted out of Social Security coverage to rejoin the system. This enables them to become eligible for retirement and other benefits provided by Social Security. They have until the due date of their second taxable year's income tax return after 2027 to apply.

Key points

Clergy can now opt back into Social Security coverage, even if they previously opted out.

The deadline to apply for re-entry is the tax return due date for the applicant's second taxable year beginning after December 31, 2027.

Once re-entered, individuals cannot opt out of Social Security coverage again.

Late applications may require payment of past due taxes for the effective taxable year.

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VOTING RESULTS

2026-04-27

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Against 5

Abstain 0

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Additional Information

Clergy Act

Print number: HR 227

Sponsor: Rep. Fong, Vince [R-CA-20]

Process start date: 2025-01-07

Voting date: 2026-04-27

Voting no: 139

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