07/02/2025

Associations’ Advocacy Shapes Congressional Tax Reform Debate

Find out how ASAE-led coalitions are rallying to protect nonprofits

As Congress undertakes one of the most sweeping tax and spending reform efforts in recent memory, the voices of associations have played a pivotal role in shaping the legislative process. With the expiration of key provisions from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act looming, lawmakers are working to extend these measures while advancing many of the president's domestic policy priorities through a comprehensive bill. 

ASAE Coalitions Lead the Charge 

Two coalitions organized by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) and in which the Ohio Society of Association Professionals (OSAP) is engaged have been at the forefront of advocacy on Capitol Hill: The Community Impact Coalition and Tomorrow’s Workforce Coalition. These groups have mobilized hundreds of nonprofit organizations and associations to ensure that the unique needs and contributions of the nonprofit sector are recognized in the tax reform debate. We thank you if you've engaged with either of our groups.

The Community Impact Coalition: Protecting Nonprofits 

The Community Impact Coalition, representing more than 100 nonprofit organizations, has worked tirelessly to educate lawmakers about the vital role nonprofits play in American society. In January, ASAE launched this coalition to advocate for nonprofit organizations faced with the threat of a significant increase in their tax burden. Through meetings, letters, op-eds, earned media, advertising and grassroots campaigns, the coalition successfully advocated for the removal of several problematic provisions from early drafts of the reconciliation bill that would have increased taxation of nonprofits.

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