Expressing the sense of the House that Congress should recognize the benefits of charitable giving and express support for the designation of #GivingTuesday.
Bill journey · stage 2 of 5
Under committee review
What it doesSummary introduced in house (Nov 29, 2016)
Recognizes that the United States needs a strong and vibrant charitable and philanthropic sector to enable communities to meet local needs.
Expresses support for: (1) the designation of #GivingTuesday as a way to encourage charitable giving; and (2) strong incentives that encourage all Americans to give generously to charitable organizations by protecting the existing charitable deduction and reinstating incentives that encourage philanthropy, volunteering, and innovation.
What just happenedNov 29, 2016
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseNov 29, 2016
- Nov 29, 2016IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Ways and Means Committee - Nov 29, 2016IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Nov 29, 2016IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House