1. United States
2. Fla.
3. Letter

The proposed Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act seeks to amend the Internal Revenue Code to postpone tax deadlines and reimburse paid late fees for U.S. nationals unlawfully or wrongfully detained or held hostage abroad. It also aims to terminate the tax-exempt status of organizations providing material support to terrorist groups. While assisting American hostages is a noble cause, terminating the tax-exempt status of organizations based solely on administrative determinations raises significant due process concerns. The legislation grants the Secretary of the Treasury unilateral authority to revoke an organization's tax exemption with limited judicial oversight, potentially infringing on fundamental rights. A more balanced approach that respects constitutional protections would be preferable. For these reasons, I urge you to vote against this bill in its current form.