OLYMPIA… Sens. Ann Rivers and Annette Cleveland are pleased with the state Department of Revenue’s decision to review regulations that could potentially prevent churches from holding non-profit fundraisers on their property.

“Non-profit religious institutions need clarity on what they can do on their properties without jeopardizing their property tax exemption,” said Rivers, R-La Center. “The department’s decision to examine its regulations affecting church-related fundraisers is a big step in the right direction.” Continue reading →