Jason Smith: “I demand a recorded vote. The Acting CHAIR. Pursuant to clause 6 of rule XVIII, further proceedings on the amendment…”

It is clear the status quo is unacceptable. Tax-exempt status is a privilege, not a right.

Representative Moore’s legislation is a proactive, principled defense of a basic Constitutionally protected freedom in America. I commend him for leading the charge on ensuring our government does not infringe on religious liberty.

Faith-based organizations should not have their tax-exempt status threatened by federal regulators that disagree with one set of religious beliefs or another.

After months of delay, I am disappointed but not surprised to see yet another attempt by tax-exempt organizations connected to Shanghai Singham to evade scrutiny.