Public Law 109-439 · S. 4044 · Became law December 20, 2006

Religious Liberty and Charitable Donation Clarification Act of 2006

Official title: “To clarify the treatment of certain charitable contributions under title 11, United States Code.”

House: voice vote · Senate: without objection
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