Congress recognizes the value of tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies in providing critical benefits to communities.

This bill expresses the sense of Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States. These societies, which have been operating since 1909, offer charitable giving, educational programs, and volunteer activities, contributing significantly to the social capital and quality of life in local communities.

Congress recognizes the value of tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies in providing critical benefits to communities.

This bill expresses the sense of Congress that tax-exempt fraternal benefit societies have historically and continue to provide critical benefits to the people and communities of the United States. These societies, which have been operating since 1909, offer charitable giving, educational programs, and volunteer activities, contributing significantly to the social capital and quality of life in local communities.