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Chapter 1. Inheritance Tax›Article 5.1. Charitable Exemption

§ 13842.7. Transfer for Promotion of Political Purposes.

California Code of Regulations, Title 18 — Division 2.5. State Controller · 2026 edition · updated 2026-10-05 · California

Source: https://govt.westlaw.com/calregs/Document/IE7644E234C8311EC89E5000D3A7C4BC3?viewType=FullText&originationContext=documenttoc&transitionType=CategoryPageItem&contextData=(sc.Default)

A transfer for the promotion of political purposes may be charitable in nature if the ends sought are not opposed to good morals and can be attained by peaceable means, and not by war, riot, or revolution. However, the charitable exemption is not applicable if the transfer is made to an organization a substantial part of the activities of which is carrying on propaganda or otherwise attempting to influence legislation.

Note: Reference: Section 13842, Revenue and Taxation Code.

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