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IRS Reminds EOs of Political Restrictions

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Churches and other exempt organizations (EOs) must abide by laws prohibiting them from direct or indirect involvement in political candidates’ campaigns, the IRS reminded in a news release. Revenue Ruling 2007-41, issued last summer, provides scenarios of how the ban may be observed. Generally, tax-exempt organizations are forbidden to promote or oppose political candidates, although they may, with certain restrictions, speak out concerning issues.