Protecting Tax-Exempt Status: Practical Steps for Universities Amid Heightened Scrutiny

Higher education institutions have long benefited from tax-exempt status based on their educational mission and public service. But recent political and regulatory developments are placing that status under increased scrutiny.

In an article published by Law360, attorneys Anthony Del Giudice, Charles Hwang, and Brighid O’Donoghue examine the growing challenges universities face — from athletics and endowment income to admissions practices — and outline practical steps institutions can take to safeguard their tax-exempt status.

Key takeaways include: 

• How recent political rhetoric and proposed legislation are reshaping the tax-exempt landscape
• The impact of changes in college athletics and endowment taxation
• Actionable strategies for aligning operations with core exempt purposes and mitigating risk

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