Bills · HR 6800
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6800Taxation
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
INTRO DEC 17· LAST ACTION DEC 17
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it provides a new tool for the U.S. government to combat the financing of terrorism by targeting domestic organizations that indirectly support designated terrorist groups. Currently, while directly designated terrorist organizations lose tax-exempt status, groups that funnel resources to them might not directly fall under the same immediate penalty. This bill closes that potential gap.
If this bill becomes law, it could make it more difficult for terrorist organizations to receive funding by creating disincentives for supporting organizations. It also aims to enhance national security by disrupting financial networks that aid terrorism. If it doesn't become law, the current system for revoking tax-exempt status based on indirect support to terrorist groups might remain less robust, potentially allowing some financial flows to continue under the protection of tax exemptions.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Defines a "terrorist supporting organization" as one that has provided substantial material support or resources to a designated terrorist organization within the last three years.
This creates a clear legal definition for organizations that would be subject to losing tax-exempt status.
PROVISION 02
Establishes a process for the Treasury Secretary to designate such organizations, including a requirement to send a written notice outlining the reasons.
This ensures a formal, documented procedure for taking away tax benefits, providing a basis for administrative and judicial review.
PROVISION 03
Grants organizations a 90-day period after notification to prove they did not provide support, retract support, or challenge the government's decision in court if certain information is withheld.
This provides a "due process" opportunity for organizations to defend themselves before their tax-exempt status is revoked.
PROVISION 04
Excludes certain types of approved humanitarian aid and support approved by the State Department from being considered "material support or resources."
This aims to prevent legitimate humanitarian efforts from being inadvertently penalized under the bill.
PROVISION 05
Allows for administrative review by the IRS Independent Office of Appeals and judicial review by U.S. district courts for designation decisions.
This provides multiple avenues for an organization to challenge a designation, ensuring oversight of the Secretary's decisions.
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2 EVENTSDEC 17
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DEC 17
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6800
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedDec 17, 2025
Last actionDec 17, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 17, 2025
House BillHR 6800Taxation
To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to terminate the tax-exempt status of terrorist supporting organizations.
INTRODUCED DEC 17, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 17, 2025
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