What does Preamble of Stop the SPLC Act of 2026 do?

This bill aims to modify the tax status of the Southern Poverty Law Center. Specifically, it seeks to prevent the Southern Poverty Law Center from being treated as a 501(c)(3) organization under the Internal Revenue Code.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Stop the SPLC Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Stop Subsidizing Political Lawfare by Charities Act of 2026' or the 'Stop the SPLC Act of 2026'.

What does SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER SUBJECT TO TAXATION. of Stop the SPLC Act of 2026 do?

This section states that the Southern Poverty Law Center shall not be treated as a 501(c)(3) organization under the Internal Revenue Code. The provision overrides any other law to this effect. The change applies to taxable years ending after the enactment of this Act.

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Stop the SPLC Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/10/2026 · Introduced: 6/10/2026

Author: Chip Roy (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill removes the Southern Poverty Law Center's designation as a 501(c)(3) organization, subjecting it to taxation.
The change applies to tax years beginning after the bill's enactment.
This legislation supersedes any existing laws that define the Southern Poverty Law Center's tax status.

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