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Nonprofit Stakeholders Engaging and Advancing Together Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 3:57 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3245
The key provisions of the bill include establishing a national database of nonprofit organizations to facilitate networking and information sharing. This database will help nonprofits connect with each other, share best practices, and coordinate efforts to maximize their impact.
Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a Nonprofit Stakeholder Advisory Board, composed of representatives from various nonprofit sectors, to advise policymakers on issues affecting the nonprofit community. This board will provide valuable insights and recommendations to ensure that policies and regulations support the work of nonprofits. Furthermore, the bill includes provisions to streamline the grant application process for nonprofits, making it easier for organizations to access funding and resources. This will help nonprofits focus on their mission and serve their communities more effectively. Overall, the Nonprofit Stakeholders Engaging and Advancing Together Act of 2023 aims to strengthen the nonprofit sector by promoting collaboration, communication, and support among organizations. By fostering a more cohesive and connected nonprofit community, the bill seeks to enhance the impact and effectiveness of nonprofits in addressing social challenges and improving the well-being of individuals and communities across the country.
Congressional Summary of HR 3245
Nonprofit Stakeholders Engaging and Advancing Together Act of 2023
This bill addresses interactions between the federal government and nonprofit organizations.
Specifically, the bill establishes
- in the Executive Office of the President an Office on Nonprofit Sector Partnership,
- in the executive branch an Interagency Council on Nonprofit Sector Partnership, and
- an Advisory Board on the Nonprofit Sector.
The Department of the Treasury must engage in activities including analyzing and publicly releasing the impact of relevant actions on charitable giving and the nonprofit sector.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics shall (1) issue a biennial report on trends in the non-stipended volunteer force, and (2) include nonprofit organizations as a distinct category of employer in certain quarterly reports.
The Corporation for National and Community Service must engage in specified activities, including making recommendations to Congress on updating Service Year Fellowships to broaden access to national service to underserved and marginalized communities.
The Bureau of Economic Analysis must create a Satellite Account on Nonprofit and Related Institutions and Volunteer Work within its national accounts program.
The Office of Management and Budget shall engage in specified activities, including soliciting information from relevant federal agencies that collect existing data on the nonprofit sector.
The Government Accountability Office must report on standards for nonpartisan civic engagement applicable to tax-exempt entities.
