House votes to prevent IRS from punishing churches engaging in politics

WORKAROUND.  I THOUGHT THIS WAS A DONE DEAL?

The House voted Thursday to make it harder for the government to punish churches that get involved in politics.

In a 217-199 vote, lawmakers approved legislation barring the IRS from revoking the tax-exempt status of churches that back political candidates, unless it is specifically approved by the commissioner of the agency. MORE