Mosque Denial Lawsuit in New Jersey Reaches $400,000 Settlement
New Jersey’s City of Bayonne settled a lawsuit challenging its denial of a Muslim group’s zoning permit application, after attorneys warned the litigation would likely cost millions.
Georgia Legislation Seeks to Shield High School Coaches Who Pray with Players
Legislation proposed in Georgia purports to protect the religious freedom of public school students and school district employees, but is aimed at a football prayer controversy.
Updated Justice Department Manual Requires US Attorneys to Designate Religious Liberty Coordinators
The Justice Department issued an updated manual for US Attorneys’ offices, raising the profile of religious liberty cases following Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ October 2017 memo.
Iowa Bill Requiring School Districts to Offer Bible Elective Advances
Religious indoctrination and promotion is appropriately the province of our homes and houses of worship, not our public schools. Where the religious liberty rights of children and parents are involved, the stakes are too high.
Report: Iranian Bahá’ís Experience Religious Freedom in the United States
A profile of Bahá’ís who have resettled in the United States from Iran over many years reminds of the importance of our refugee program, and the power of religious liberty for all.
Alabama Proposal Would End Ceremony Requirement for Lawful Marriages
A bill that would remove the state’s role in certifying or solemnizing marriage ceremonies is moving fast through the Alabama legislature.
