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HB 2431

Increasing the maximum annual limit for regularly scheduled fundraising activities for the nonprofit public assembly halls and meeting places property tax exemption.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Clyde Shavers

Washington raises annual fundraising limits for tax-exempt nonprofit assembly halls to enable greater revenue generation while preserving property tax exemption status.

Effective date 6/11/2026*.
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Bill Summary · HB 2431

Legislative bill overview

HB 2431 raises the maximum annual fundraising activity limit for nonprofit public assembly halls and meeting places that qualify for property tax exemptions in Washington state. The bill allows these tax-exempt organizations to conduct more frequent or extensive fundraising events while maintaining their exemption status. This addresses restrictions that previously capped how much fundraising these nonprofits could conduct annually.

Why is this important

Nonprofit organizations that operate public meeting spaces often rely on fundraising to maintain their facilities and serve their communities. By increasing fundraising limits, the bill enables these organizations to generate more revenue for operations, repairs, and community programming without losing valuable property tax exemptions. This particularly affects small civic organizations, fraternal groups, and community centers that depend on both tax exemptions and fundraising revenue.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax base erosion: Expanded fundraising by tax-exempt organizations could be viewed as reducing municipal revenue capacity, though the exemption itself remains unchanged
  • Definition ambiguity: The bill's effectiveness depends on how "regularly scheduled fundraising activities" is defined and enforced—unclear boundaries could create compliance confusion
  • Competitive concerns: Increased fundraising by tax-exempt nonprofits might face opposition from for-profit event venues or businesses competing in the same market

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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