| Bill | HR 5904 |
|---|---|
| Type of Legislation | House Bill |
| Congress | 116 |
| Source | View original on Congress.gov |
Geographic Scope
National
Description
Clergy Act of 2020
This bill establishes a two-year window for certain members of the clergy and Christian Science practitioners to revoke their exemption from Social Security and Medicare taxes on ministerial earnings. Under current law, such individuals who object to participation in public insurance programs on religious or conscientious grounds may apply to the Internal Revenue Service for an irrevocable exemption and will not receive Social Security or Medicare benefits in retirement unless they have qualifying credits from other employment.
Bill Title
Clergy Act of 2020
Linked Goals
Steps
- 2020-02-13: Referred to the Subcommittee on Social Security.
- 2020-02-13: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- 2020-02-13: Introduced in House
- 2020-02-13: Introduced in House
Projected Outcome
A more informed proposal or public response aligned with the Promote General Welfare goal.