Religious Liberty in the States: 2024 Report Highlights Surprising Rankings and Key Trends
On July 19, 2024, the Religious Liberty in the States (RLS) project released its third annual report measuring how well the 50 states protect crucial dimensions of individual and institutional […]
The Charitable Act: How Tax Reform Can Boost Charitable Giving and Support Faith-Based Organizations
Charitable giving in 2023 reached a new high in total dollars but declined in actual value when adjusted for inflation, according to Giving USA. Giving by individuals increased less than […]
Navigating FBO Service in Light of New Regulation for LGBTQ Youth in Foster Care
The Biden administration has issued a new regulation for foster care that is intended to ensure safe and appropriate care for LGBTQI+ children. States are supposed to comply with it by October 1, 2026.
New HHS Grants Regulation: Redefining Sex Discrimination and Protections for Faith-Based Organizations
A greatly modified regulation that applies to all Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) grants is now in effect. The regulation bans discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity (SOGI) in the 13 HHS funding programs that include a prohibition on sex discrimination.
New Biden Administration Regulations on Funding FBOs: A Positive Change with Troubling Aspects
On March 4, 2024, the Biden administration published a Final Rule that changes the “equal treatment” regulations governing the use of federal funds to pay for social services. The Trump […]