A federal judge has found a law that lets clergy members avoid paying income taxes on compensation that is designated part of a housing allowance unconstitutional.
The decision could have far-reaching ramifications for pastors, who currently can use untaxed income to pay rental housing costs or the costs of home ownership, including mortgage payments and property taxes.
“It’s a really big deal,” said Annie Laurie Gaylor, co-president of the Freedom From Religion Foundation.
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The decision could have far-reaching ramifications for pastors, who currently can use untaxed income to pay rental housing costs or the costs of home ownership, including mortgage payments and property taxes.
“It’s a really big deal,” said Annie Laurie Gaylor, co-president of the Freedom From Religion Foundation.
http://host.madison.com/wsj/news/local/judge-strikes-down-law-that-gives-clergy-members-tax-free/article_b8b1c816-bd2b-5f46-9d5a-68c5ad0ed39d.html
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