Supreme Court Case on Religious Exemptions for Unemployment Compensation

The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether Catholic Charities should be exempt from mandatory state unemployment compensation laws due to their religious mission.

Supreme Court Case on Wisconsin Unemployment Compensation System and Catholic Charities

The U.S. Supreme Court hears a case where a chapter of Catholic Charities challenges Wisconsin's mandatory unemployment compensation system, arguing for an exemption based on religious mission. The state argues that the charity's work is similar to other non-profits and should not be exempt. The charity wants to opt out to join a church-specific program, but concerns are raised about the financial stability of such a move.

U.S. Supreme Court to Decide on Religious Charities and Unemployment Taxes

The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether charities run by religious groups have to pay unemployment taxes, with Catholic Charities challenging Wisconsin's decision to deny them exemption from such taxes.