Re-introduced Freedom of Religion Act Would Bar Religious Test for Entry to U.S.
More than 120 lawmakers have signed on as co-sponsors of the Freedom of Religion Act, which is supported by several nonprofit organizations including the BJC.
Florida Bill Would Require School Districts to Offer Bible Class Electives
Study *about* various religions can be an appropriate part of the public school curriculum, but a class that focuses exclusively on one religious text would seem fraught with constitutional peril in practice.
Florida Jury Sides with Hotel Employee in Religious Accommodation Dispute
A federal jury awarded a whopping $21.5 million to a former Park Hotels employee who was fired for refusing to work on Sundays.
Indiana Bill Would Allow “Creation Science” Class, Require “In God We Trust” in Classrooms
A bill proposed in the Indiana Senate would require “In God We Trust” to be posted in every school classroom. From a church-state perspective, that may be the least controversial provision.
Religious Tests Have No Place in Our Democracy [UPDATED]
The Constitution stands for no principle more strongly than this: one’s religious beliefs and religious association have no bearing on qualifications for public service.
LATimes Editorial Board Argues Against Legislative Prayer
In an editorial, the LATimes argues that the practice of opening government meetings with prayer “marginalizes religious minorities and blurs the distinction between church and state.
