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Version 00 · Introduced in House · Sep 30, 2022
This resolution condemns hostility by the U.S. government, public institutions, and the media towards Christians and individuals of faith. This resolution also calls on (1) the President to refrain from taking actions inconsistent with the Religious Freedom Restoration Act and the U.S. Constitution; and (2) state and local governments to overturn existing laws and oppose new laws that impact Americans' ability to exercise their religion, including laws on sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6] · R–WI
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Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
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