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Billions of federal dollars available for churches and nonprofits to go green
By Thomas Reese — July 20, 2023
(RNS) — Churches have a moral obligation to reduce their carbon footprint and to encourage climate justice for marginalized communities. If there is federal money to help in this effort, they should take advantage of it.
Democrats call on IRS to review Family Research Council’s ‘church’ status
By Jack Jenkins — August 2, 2022
WASHINGTON (RNS) — ‘Given that the (Family Research Council) is primarily an advocacy organization and not a church, we urge the IRS to swiftly review the tax-exempt status,’ reads a letter sent to the IRS and the Treasury secretary.
Mormon leaders accused of fraud, misusing tithes in lawsuit filed by brother of former Utah governor
By Bob Smietana — March 23, 2021
(RNS) — A prominent former church member filed suit after reading an IRS whistleblower report claiming the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints had $100 billion in assets that were not being used for charity.
Equity requires new taxes and the enforcement of current laws
By Thomas Reese — May 28, 2019
(RNS) — Tax avoidance is not a new topic for God's faithful: The Old Testament prophet Amos condemned the wealthy of his generation for the same tactics.
IRS’ ‘church parking tax’ sparks questions and concerns
By Bobby Ross Jr. — February 7, 2019
(RNS) — An obscure provision of the 2017 tax overhaul may end up costing churches and other houses of worship.
Freedom from Religion Foundation group sues IRS over tax exemption
By Adelle M. Banks — October 11, 2018
(RNS) — In its complaint, the charity said it 'objects to having to file Form 990 while churches and church-related organizations do not.'
Global televangelists to launch new TV station
By Madeleine Buckley — June 1, 2017
(RNS) Two prominent televangelists are launching a new television channel despite a federal investigation.
Trump’s religious liberty executive order: Don’t fall for it, church
By F. Romall Smalls — May 24, 2017
(RNS) The president trusts that power comes from human sources, and he would like the church to depend on them. I do not, writes F. Romall Smalls.
Trump’s vow to ‘destroy’ Johnson Amendment could wreak havoc on charitable world
By Yonat Shimron — February 13, 2017
Any attempt to “destroy” the amendment would affect more than just pastors and priests. Schools, hospitals, addiction centers, food banks and other charities all could then advocate for or against candidates without losing their charitable status.
The ’Splainer: What is the Free Speech Fairness Act?
By Kimberly Winston — February 6, 2017
(RNS) Legislation introduced in Congress aims to 'restore' religious liberty in the pulpit. Will it? Let us 'Splain ...
Donald Trump plays the persecuted Christian card
By Jonathan Merritt — February 26, 2016
When Donald Trump insinuates the federal government is mistreating Christians, many conservative religious voters say "amen."
Gay marriage debate shouldn’t be winner-take-all (COMMENTARY)
By Robin Fretwell Wilson — June 1, 2015
If the Supreme Court finds a constitutional right to same-sex marriage, it can, and should, leave room for states to accommodate those who adhere to a traditional view of marriage.
IRS agrees to monitor churches for electioneering
By Kimberly Winston — July 21, 2014
(RNS) - Freedom From Religion Foundation has reached a settlement with the Internal Revenue Service over electioneering in churches, a violation of their tax-exempt status.
Atheists lose court battle with IRS
By Lauren Markoe — May 23, 2014
(RNS) Does the IRS discriminate against atheist groups? A federal court says "no."
Federal judge: Clergy tax-free housing allowance is unconstitutional
By Sarah Pulliam Bailey — November 24, 2013
(RNS) A federal judge has ruled that clergy's exemption from paying taxes on housing is not constitutional.
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