Tag Archives: Johnson Amendment

CNJG: Standing up as advocates for the social sector amid federal tax reform efforts

Posted on December 14, 2017 by Nina Stack, Council of New Jersey Grantmakers

Update as of December 15: The final H.R. 1, Tax Cuts and Jobs Act was released on Friday, December 15, 2017. The tax plan will not repeal the Johnson Amendment and does not include the Universal Charitable Deduction, however … Continue reading →

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Don’t Weaken the Existing Ban on Electioneering by 501(c)(3) Organizations

Posted on February 16, 2017 by Guest Blogger

Proposed ‘Johnson Amendment’ repeal would harm nonprofit organizations Since 1954, tax law has contained a provision prohibiting 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations from directly or indirectly attempting to influence the election or defeat of any candidate for public office. This ban, also known … Continue reading →

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