Here’s a quick take on some of the most common questions about what nonprofits can and can't do during elections.
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David Heinen, Vice President for Public Policy and Advocacy
Wondering what types of election-related activities your nonprofit can and can’t do between now and this fall's elections? You’re not alone; the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits has been fielding many questions about what’s legal and what’s advisable. Here’s a quick take on some of the most common questions we’re hearing.
- The Center's annual Public Policy Agenda.
The Center has posted its initial analysis of the U.S. Department of Labor's proposed overtime regulations.
Incentives for Charitable Giving
On February 14, 2022, a broad coalition of national nonprofits sent a letter to President Biden and congressional leaders calling for “urgently needed pandemic and workforce shortage relief that will enable charitable organizations to fulfill their roles in our nation’s relief, recovery, and rebuilding.” The letter identifies nonprofit-specific policy solutions that would address three major challenges facing nonprofits:
- Congress Repeals Tax on Nonprofit Transportation Benefits
On December 17, the U.S. House of Representatives approved legislation to repeal the tax on nonprofit parking and transportation expenses as part of a large tax and spending package. The U.S. Senate approved the bill on December 19, and President Donald Trump was expected to sign it into law on December 20.
On Giving Tuesday, Congressman Mark Walker (R-NC) re-introduced the Universal Charitable Giving Act. The Center issued the following statement of support for this bill.