Clergy Act

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Explore the details of House Bill 6068 Clergy Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Social Welfare. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/24/2024, 8:00 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 6068

Clergy Act

This bill establishes a two-year window for certain members of the clergy and Christian Science practitioners to revoke their exemption from Social Security and Medicare taxes on ministerial earnings. Under current law, such individuals who object to participation in public insurance programs on religious or conscientious grounds may apply to the Internal Revenue Service for an irrevocable exemption and will not receive Social Security or Medicare benefits in retirement unless they have qualifying credits from other employment.

The Internal Revenue Service must develop a plan to inform members of the clergy and Christian Science practitioners of their eligibility to revoke prior exemptions, pursuant to the bill's changes.

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Current Status of Bill HR 6068

Bill HR 6068 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since October 26, 2023. Bill HR 6068 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on October 26, 2023. Bill HR 6068's most recent activity was Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 232. as of December 1, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6068

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6068

Primary Policy Focus

Social Welfare

Potential Impact Areas

Congressional oversightIncome tax exclusionReligionSocial security and elderly assistanceTax administration and collection, taxpayers

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6068

Clergy ActClergy ActClergy ActTo allow a period in which members of the clergy may revoke their exemption from Social Security coverage, and for other purposes.

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