Original sentence: Bishops and branch presidents are not authorized to enter a status of "exempt" on another's behalf.However, that is done in a separate meeting from the tithing settlement.If a church member declines to participate or attend a tithing settlement meeting, the bishop or branch president is required to choose a tithing status on their behalf.It is church doctrine that the payment of tithing is mandatory for all members, including children
Edited sentence: However, bishops and branch presidents are not permitted to enter a status of "exempt" on another's behalf.However, that is done in a separate meeting from a formal "Tithing Settlement".If a church member declines to participate or attend a Tithing Settlement meeting, the bishop or branch president is required to choose a tithing status on their behalf.It is church doctrine that the payment of tithing is mandatory for all "accountable" (baptized) members, including children.The minimum age for baptism is 8 years old