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H.R. 9722

Fair Treatment of Religious Organizations Act of 2026

📅 Aug 27, 2026
Summary:
• Amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to specify that religious beliefs or practices concerning marriage, sexuality, or gender identity shall not be treated as inconsistent with law or public policy for purposes of tax-exempt status determinations
• Specifies that a belief cannot be disqualified as a "religious belief" solely because it is not compelled by or central to a system of religion
• Applies to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2025

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Additional Details:
• The bill was introduced in the House on July 16, 2026, by Mr. Moore of Utah along with seven original co-sponsors, with four additional sponsors added by August 27, 2026

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