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Summary
To 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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The Clergy Act allows members of the clergy to revoke their exemption from Social Security coverage during a specific time period. Clergy members have historically been able to opt out of Social Security taxes and benefits for religious reasons. This bill creates a window when they can change that decision and start paying into and receiving Social Security. The bill has passed but has not yet become law.
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HB227: Clergy Act
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Sponsors
Vince Fong
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (21)
Mike Thompson
Mike Kelly
Juan Ciscomani
Darin LaHood
Suzan DelBene