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Support for Fraternal Benefit Societies: Recognizing Their Role and Tax Exemptions

The U.S. Senate acknowledges the vital role of fraternal benefit societies, which have provided critical services like life and health insurance and community support for over a century. It emphasizes that their tax-exempt status benefits the nation and eases pressure on government programs, indirectly impacting citizens' financial stability and access to support.
Key points
Confirmation that fraternal benefit societies play a crucial role in providing benefits (e.g., insurance) and supporting communities.
Recognition that the tax exemption for these organizations (under Section 501(c)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code) benefits the United States and should continue.
Highlighting that these organizations' activities help meet needs that the government cannot fully address, leading to better support for citizens.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SCONRES_6
Sponsor: Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID]
Process start date: 2025-01-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

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.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SCONRES_6.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-01-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Confirmation that fraternal benefit societies play a crucial role in providing benefits (e.g., insurance) and supporting communities.
  • Recognition that the tax exemption for these organizations (under Section 501(c)(8) of the Internal Revenue Code) benefits the United States and should continue.
  • Highlighting that these organizations' activities help meet needs that the government cannot fully address, leading to better support for citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Sen. Crapo, Mike [R-ID].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Submitted in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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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