Justice Dept Announces Settlement of Mosque Denial Lawsuit in PA
Mosque construction in Bensalem Township, PA can now proceed after lawsuits alleging religious discrimination for the denial of a zoning variance were settled.
Senators Under Scrutiny For Questioning Judicial Nominee on Role of Faith
Senators should inquire into a judicial nominee’s views of the law without improperly investigating their personal religious views, or suggesting that adhering to religious dogma is disqualifying.
Hurricanes, New Lawsuit, Revive Questions About FEMA Funding for Houses of Worship
We all want to help our neighbors rebuild their houses of worship after a devastating storm – and we should help; but that doesn’t make it a job appropriate for taxpayer dollars.
Sixth Circuit Upholds Michigan County’s Commissioner-Led Prayer Practice
The Sixth Circuit found the fact that Jackson County (MI) commissioners lead the prayers before meetings to be “of no legal consequence,” ruling against a plaintiff who claimed the practice is unconstitutional.
House Rules Committee to Decide on Amendments to IRS House of Worship Protections
The Johnson Amendment impacts every congregation. The House Rules Committee is deciding whether amendments to protect it will receive a vote in the full House.
