Terms of Participation

Last Updated: January 30, 2025

1.1 Binding Agreement
By accessing or using Section179.Org (the “Site”) and participating in our “Petitioning Congress to Keep Section 179” initiative (the “Petition”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by these Terms of Participation (“Terms”). If you do not agree, your sole remedy is to discontinue use of the Petition and the Site.

1.2 Additional Policies
These Terms of Participation are in addition to the Site’s Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. In the event of a conflict between these Terms of Participation and other policies, these Terms shall govern with respect to the specific Petition-related subject matter.

2.1 Petition Goals
Section179.Org aims to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining or enhancing Section 179 deduction limits. We reserve the right to revise petition content, adjust signature thresholds, or modify timelines at our discretion.

2.2 No Obligation
Participation (including signing or sharing the Petition) is voluntary. You are free to decline to sign or discontinue your involvement at any time.

3.1 Independent Initiative
Section179.Org is an independent platform; it is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with the U.S. Government, the IRS, or any other government entity.

3.2 No Guarantee of Congressional Action
Signing or sharing the Petition does not guarantee any specific legislative response or action by Congress. Legislative processes remain entirely at Congress’s discretion, irrespective of petition signatures.

4.1 U.S. Business Focus
While our content targets U.S. business owners, participants need only be at least 18 years of age to sign. By signing, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.

4.2 Validity & Single Entry
To sign the Petition, you must provide a valid email address. Each participant may sign only once per unique email. Section179.Org reserves the right to verify email addresses for authenticity and to remove duplicate or invalid entries.

4.3 Prohibited Automated Signatures
Any use of automated scripts, bots, or similar technologies to generate multiple signatures is prohibited. We may block or remove signatures found to violate this policy, including blocking IP addresses engaged in such activity.

5.1 External Platforms
You may encounter the Petition on third-party websites that integrate the Section179.Org application programming interface (API). These third-party sites have their own terms and policies, which you should review carefully. Section179.Org does not control their content or practices and disclaims responsibility for any issues arising from use of these external sites.

5.2 Separate Policies
When signing on a third-party site, you agree to both that site’s terms/policies and these Terms of Participation.

6.1 User Conduct
By participating, you agree not to include any obscene, defamatory, threatening, or illegal content in your signature, comments, or communications regarding the Petition. You shall not upload or share content that infringes any intellectual property or privacy rights, nor violate any laws.

6.2 Ownership & License
Your submission (e.g., signature, optional comments) remains your responsibility. By signing the Petition, you grant Section179.Org a non-exclusive license to display, reproduce, and use your provided information for Petition-related purposes, subject to our Privacy Policy.

7.1 Consent to Receive Updates
By signing, you consent to receive email notifications regarding Petition progress, Section 179 updates, and related initiatives. You may unsubscribe at any time, but doing so will not prevent us from sending emails strictly necessary to verify your signature or comply with legal obligations.

7.2 No Official Communication with Government
This Petition is not an official channel for communicating with the federal government or the IRS. Participants retain the right to contact Congress and other agencies through official channels independently of this Petition.

8.1 Site Provided “As Is”
Section179.Org, including the Petition, is offered “as is” and without any warranties or guarantees, whether express or implied. We do not promise the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the Petition or any related content.

8.2 Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Section179.Org and its owners, affiliates, agents, employees, or licensors shall not be liable for any damages (direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive) arising from or connected to your participation in the Petition or the Site.

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Section179.Org, its owners, affiliates, agents, directors, employees, producers, suppliers, or licensors from and against any and all liabilities, losses, damages, claims, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:

1. Your participation in the Petition;
2. Your violation of these Terms of Participation, the Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, or any applicable law;
3. Content you submit that infringes any third-party right or otherwise violates the law.

10.1 Changes to Petition
We may alter or discontinue the Petition, adjust signature targets, remove signatures, or modify user access at any time without prior notice or liability to you.

10.2 Discontinuation
If you object to any portion of these Terms or any changes to the Petition or Site, your only remedy is to stop using Section179.Org and cease participation in the Petition.

These Terms of Participation, as well as any dispute or claim arising hereunder, are governed by the laws outlined in the Site’s Terms of Use. Any disputes shall be resolved according to the jurisdiction or arbitration provisions stated therein.

These Terms of Participation, combined with our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement regarding your participation in the Petition. If any provision is deemed invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

Last Updated: January 30, 2025

By proceeding, you affirm that you have read and agree to these Terms of Participation. If you disagree, you must not participate in the Petition or use the Site. For official tax advice, consult a qualified professional and/or official government resources.