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June 21, 2026

IRS Issues Relief for Exempt Organization Executive Compensation Excise Tax

IRS Issues Relief for Exempt Organization Executive Compensation Excise Tax

Quick summary:

The IRS has announced plans to issue proposed regulations addressing the tax on excessive compensation and excess parachute payments to employees of tax-exempt organizations under the One, Big, Beautiful Bill.

What changed:

The Treasury Department and IRS intend to issue proposed regulations under section 4960 pertaining to the excise tax on "excess" tax-exempt organization executive compensation.

Why it matters:

This change aims to provide relief for exempt organizations affected by the expanded excise tax.

Who may be affected:

Tax-exempt organizations with employees who receive excessive compensation or excess parachute payments.

What to watch next:

The IRS will issue proposed regulations, which are expected to clarify the scope of section 4960 and provide guidance on exceptions.

Sources:

Notice 2026-36: Intent to issue proposed regulations under section 4960 (KPMG)

Disclaimer: This is educational only and not tax advice.

Sources

  • Notice 2026-36: Intent to issue proposed regulations under section 4960 (KPMG)

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