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- H.R.2357
H.R.2357: Houses of Worship Political Speech Protection Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 107th Congress
- This bill is primarily about taxation
- Introduced June 28, 2001
- Latest Major Action Oct. 2, 2002
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
134 (7 Democrats, 1 Independent, 127 Republicans)
Bill Summary
Houses of Worship Political Speech Protection Act - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to permit a church to participate or intervene in a political campaign and maintain its tax-exempt status as long as such participation is not a substantial part of its activities.
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
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Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Sponsor introductory remarks on measure.
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Mr. Herger moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
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Considered under suspension of the rules.
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DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 2357.
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At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
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Considered as unfinished business.
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On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 178 - 239 (Roll no. 429).
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| June 28, 2001 |
Introduced in the House by Walter B. Jones (R-N.C.) |