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SB 0377 - "Preservation of Religious Freedom Act"

Tracking Level: Hot
Sponsor: Joshua McKoon
Last Action: 2/24/2014 - Senate Read Second Time
Senate Committee: JUDY
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Staff Analysis of the Legislation

SUMMARY:  LC 41 0122  The Preservation of Religious Freedom Act.  Applies to all state entities, including local school districts.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • prohibits the substantial burden (constraint, denial, etc.) of the exercise of religion by a person
  • persons whose exercise of religion has been burdened may assert the violation in court

EFFECTIVE DATE:  Upon approval by the General Assembly and signature by the Governor.

 


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