1. United States
2. Calif.
3. Letter

The Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act seeks to provide relief to U.S. nationals wrongfully detained or held hostage abroad by postponing tax deadlines and fees during their captivity. While supporting hostage recovery efforts is laudable, terminating the tax-exempt status of organizations deemed "terrorist supporting" raises significant civil liberties concerns over due process and could infringe on free speech and association rights. This provision grants the IRS broad discretion to revoke an organization's tax-exempt status based on unilateral determinations, with limited avenues for judicial review. I urge thorough examination of this bill to ensure it upholds constitutional protections while achieving its public safety objectives. Exploring alternative approaches that safeguard civil liberties may better balance these competing interests.