Virginia Moves to End Tax Breaks for United Daughters of the Confederacy

The legislation, awaiting Governor Youngkin's decision, aims to align state policies with modern values by eliminating tax exemptions for the group known for erecting Confederate monuments.

• Legislation targeting tax benefits for the United Daughters of the Confederacy has been passed by the Democratic-led Virginia House of Delegates and awaits Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin's approval.
• The proposed bills seek to eliminate both a recordation and property tax exemption for the group, which has been criticized for promoting the Confederate legacy through monuments.
• Supporters of the legislation argue that the tax benefits represent state-sponsored subsidies for Confederate monuments, conflicting with 21st-century values.
• The United Daughters of the Confederacy, founded in 1894, has historically contributed to the erection of Confederate monuments and denies any association with white supremacy.
• If the legislation is enacted, the group's headquarters in Richmond could face an annual tax bill of over $50,000, marking a significant shift in its financial obligations.

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