hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Removes tax-exempt status for organizations providing or funding abortion.
Sponsored by Rep. Hageman (R-WY) and 10 other Republican representatives.
Introduced in the House and referred to the Ways and Means Committee.
This bill proposes to strip tax-exempt status from organizations that provide or fund abortion, with limited exceptions. This means donors could not deduct contributions to them. Rep. Harriet Hageman, a Republican from Wyoming, introduced the bill along with several other Republican co-sponsors. It is currently under review by the House Ways and Means Committee, which handles tax-related legislation.
Introduced Jan 30, 2026
This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and assigned to the House Ways and Means Committee. The committee will review the bill and can choose to hold hearings, amend it, or vote on whether to send it to the full House for consideration. For it to become law, it must pass both the House and Senate and be signed by the President.
If this bill becomes law, organizations that offer or finance abortion services, like clinics or advocacy groups, would no longer be recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS. This change would also mean that individuals or corporations making donations to these organizations would not be able to claim those contributions as tax deductions. As a result, these organizations might face significant financial challenges due to increased tax liabilities and potentially reduced donor contributions.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue it aligns tax policy with views opposing abortion, preventing public subsidy through tax breaks.
Critics Say
Critics contend it targets reproductive healthcare access by financially burdening organizations, infringing on free speech and association.
Those in favor often believe that organizations involved with abortion should not receive tax benefits, arguing that this policy would reflect a pro-life stance in the tax code. They might view current tax exemptions as indirectly subsidizing activities they oppose. Opponents, however, would likely argue that revoking tax-exempt status is a punitive measure that would hinder access to reproductive health services, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations, and potentially setting a precedent for targeting other non-profit activities based on political disagreement.