H.R. 4389 would allow employees who are members of certain religious faiths that oppose participation in federal insurance programs to receive tax credits or refunds for Social Security and Medicare taxes (Federal Insurance Contributions Act taxes) withheld from their wages. The bill applies to individuals who meet specific religious exemption criteria already established in the tax code for self-employed individuals, extending similar protections to employees. There is no specific funding amount mentioned in the legislation, as it would operate as a tax credit or refund mechanism rather than a new spending program. The bill would take effect for tax years beginning after it is enacted. The legislation was introduced in July 2025 and referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means for consideration.
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