Senators Urge Passage of Charity Tax Breaks

Several U.S. senators are urging passage of legislation that aims to stimulate giving by creating new tax incentives for foundations and other charitable donors.

Sen. Rick Santorum, Republican of Pennsylvania, and Sen. Evan Bayh, Democrat of Indiana, say charities, especially local ones, need help because many people who usually donate to them during the holiday season have already given money to aid victims of the September 11 attacks.

The tax incentives will motivate donors

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