H.R. 8117In committeeRights & liberties
Bill would shield religious groups' tax status over marriage, gender views
Data as of July 12, 2026
HR 8117 bars the IRS from revoking tax-exempt status over religious views on marriage, sexuality, or gender identity.40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
The bill stops the IRS from denying tax-exempt status to organizations based on their religious beliefs about marriage, sexuality, or gender identity, even if those beliefs conflict with other laws or public policy. It also protects federally funded religious organizations from penalties for hiring based on shared religious beliefs, reinforcing existing legal exemptions.
Who does it affect?
Churches, religious schools, nonprofits, and faith-based charities—especially those with traditional views on these topics—would be affected, along with the IRS and federal agencies overseeing tax-exempt status and grants.
Why does it matter?
The bill would limit federal agencies' ability to factor religious positions on marriage, sexuality, and gender identity into tax-status or funding decisions, which could affect employees, applicants, and advocacy groups on different sides of these issues.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
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- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Fair Treatment of Religious Organizations Act of 2026
- Introduced:
- March 26, 2026
- Latest action:
- March 26, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
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