Religion

Federal
US Congress 115th Congress

To restore the Free Speech and First Amendment rights of churches and exempt organizations by repealing the 1954 Johnson Amendment. [HB-172] [Taxes ] [Elections ] [Religion ]
To restore the Free Speech and First Amendment rights of churches and exempt organizations by repealing the 1954 Johnson Amendment. This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to repeal the prohibition against churches and other tax-exempt organizations participating in political campaigns or supporting or opposing candidates for public office. The bill specifies that provisions of the Federal Election Campaign Act of 1971 are not invalidated or limited by the repeal.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Andy Biggs Introduced In House on 01/03/2017

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Housing Fairness Act of 2017 Veterans, Women, Families with Children, Race, and Persons with Disabilities Housing Fairness Act of 2017 [HB-149] [Housing ] [Veterans ] [Family-Related Legislation ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Disabilities ] [Community Development ] [Human Rights ] [Human Services ]
Housing Fairness Act of 2017 Veterans, Women, Families with Children, Race, and Persons with Disabilities Housing Fairness Act of 2017 This bill directs the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to conduct a nationwide testing program to: (1) detect and document differences in the treatment of persons seeking to rent or purchase housing or obtain or refinance a home mortgage loan; (2) measure patterns of adverse treatment because of the race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability status, or national origin of a renter, home (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Janice Schakowsky Introduced In House on 01/03/2017

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State (Texas)
Texas 85th Legislature Regular Session

Relating to a privilege from disclosure to governmental units for certain evidence concerning sermons delivered by a religious leader. [SB-24] [Religion ]
Relating to a privilege from disclosure to governmental units for certain evidence concerning sermons delivered by a religious leader.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Drew Springer Effective Immediately on 05/19/2017

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Religious Worker Visa Reciprocity Act of 2017 [HB-178] [Immigration ] [Religion ] [Human Rights ] [International ]
Religious Worker Visa Reciprocity Act of 2017 This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit, as of October 1, 2017, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from approving a petition for classification of an alien as a special immigrant religious worker/minister if DHS has determined that the alien's country of nationality: is identified as a Country of Particular Concern or a country where religious freedom is of significant interest in the 2013 International Religious Freedom Report, or does not extend reciprocal immigration (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Steve King Referred To The Subcommittee On Immigration And Border Security. on 01/13/2017

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State (Texas)
Texas 85th Legislature Regular Session

Relating to the employment of a commissioned security officer by a religious organization. [HB-659] [Labor, Jobs, Employment ] [Religion ] [Public Safety ] [Law Enforcement ]
Relating to the employment of a commissioned security officer by a religious organization.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Jason Villalba Scheduled For Public Hearing On . . . on 03/07/2017

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State (Texas)
Texas 85th Legislature Regular Session

Supporting prayers, including the use of the word "God," at public gatherings, and displays of the Ten Commandments in public educational institutions and other government buildings. [HCR-39] [Religion ] [Education ]
Supporting prayers, including the use of the word "God," at public gatherings, and displays of the Ten Commandments in public educational institutions and other government buildings.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Rick Miller Scheduled For Public Hearing On . . . on 03/29/2017

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Texas 85th Legislature Regular Session

Relating to regulation by a property owners' association of certain religious displays. [HB-522] [Real Estate ] [Religion ] [Housing ] [Community Development ]
Relating to regulation by a property owners' association of certain religious displays.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Drew Springer Considered In Calendars on 05/01/2017

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US Congress 115th Congress

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the reunification of Jerusalem, and for other purposes. [HR-328] [International ] [Human Rights ] [Religion ]
Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the reunification of Jerusalem, and for other purposes. Recognizes the 50th anniversary of the reunification of Jerusalem. Expresses support for: (1) Israel's commitment to religious freedom and protection of holy sites in Jerusalem, and (2) strengthening the American-Israeli alliance. Commends Egypt and Jordan for embracing a vision of peace and coexistence with Israel and continuing to respect their respective peace agreements. Urges all parties in the Middle East to rededicate themselves to finding a sustainable (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Thomas Suozzi Referred To The Subcommittee On Middle East And North Africa. on 06/27/2017

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North Korean Human Rights Reauthorization Act of 2017 [S.1118] [Human Rights ] [International ] [Funding ] [Grants ] [Law Enforcement ]
North Korean Human Rights Reauthorization Act of 2017 This bill authorizes the President, through the Department of State, to: (1) provide grants to distribute information receiving devices, electronically readable devices, and other informational sources in North Korea; and (2) establish a grant program to develop and/or distribute new products or methods to allow North Koreans easier access to outside information. The Broadcasting Board of Governors may broadcast American, Korean, Chinese, and other popular music, television, movies, and popular (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Menendez Committee On Foreign Relations. Reported By Senator Corker With An Amendment In The Nature Of A Substitute. Without Written Report. on 12/11/2017

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A resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to promoting religious freedom, and for other purposes. [SR-162] [Human Rights ] [International ] [Religion ] [Trade ] [National Security ]
A resolution reaffirming the commitment of the United States to promoting religious freedom, and for other purposes. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to promoting religious freedom as a fundamental human right. Calls for the President to: (1) strengthen U.S. foreign policy on behalf of individuals persecuted in foreign countries on account of religion; (2) develop an action plan on international religious freedom and integrate that plan into U.S. diplomatic, development, and national security strategies; and (3) develop a strategic plan to direct grants (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Richard Burr Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2920-2921) on 05/11/2017

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Reaffirming the commitment of the United States to promoting religious freedom globally, and for other purposes. [HR-319] [Human Rights ] [Religion ] [International ] [National Security ] [Funding ] [Grants ]
Reaffirming the commitment of the United States to promoting religious freedom globally, and for other purposes. Reaffirms the U.S. commitment to promoting religious freedom globally. Calls on the President to: strengthen U.S. religious freedom diplomacy; appoint a new Ambassador-at-Large for International Religious Freedom; name a Special Advisor for International Religious Freedom at the National Security Council; develop a national security strategy on international religious freedom; support international religious freedom in United Nations (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Comstock Referred To The Subcommittee On Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights And International Organizations. on 05/18/2017

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A resolution recognizing that for 50 years, the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) and its ten members-Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam-have worked toward stability, prosperity, and peace in Southeast Asia. [SR-157] [International ] [Human Rights ] [Trade ] [National Security ]
A resolution recognizing that for 50 years, the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) and its ten members-Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam-have worked toward stability, prosperity, and peace in Southeast Asia. Welcomes the leaders of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) to the United States for the meetings with the Secretary of State and members of Congress and affirms the meeting as the first of regular U.S.-ASEAN meetings. Supports: (1) the elevation (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein Referred To The Committee On Foreign Relations. (text Of Measure As Introduced: Cr S2778-2780) on 05/04/2017

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US Congress 115th Congress

Faith in Health Savings Accounts Act of 2017 [HB-2310] [Healthcare ] [Taxes ] [Insurance ]
Faith in Health Savings Accounts Act of 2017 This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to treat membership in a tax-exempt health care sharing ministry as coverage under a high deductible health plan for purposes of the tax deduction for contributions to a health savings account.

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Alexander Mooney Introduced In House on 05/03/2017

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SERVE Act Seeking an End to Restrictions on Votive Employees Act [HB-2341] [Retirement ] [Pensions ] [Religion ] [Taxes ]
SERVE Act Seeking an End to Restrictions on Votive Employees Act This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to specify that a retirement income account provided by a church or a convention or association of churches may cover: (1) a duly ordained, commissioned, or licensed minister of a church in the exercise of his ministry, regardless of the source of his compensation; (2) an employee of a tax-exempt organization, whether a civil law corporation or otherwise, that is controlled by or associated with a church or a convention or association of churches; (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Barbara Comstock Introduced In House on 05/03/2017

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Equality Act [HB-2282] [Human Rights ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Labor, Jobs, Employment ] [Housing ] [Consumer Protection ] [Healthcare ] [Law Enforcement ] [Religion ] [Children and Youth ] [Disabilities ]
Equality Act This bill amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to include sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity among the prohibited categories of discrimination or segregation in places of public accommodation. The bill defines: "sex" to include a sex stereotype, sexual orientation or gender identity, and pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition; "sexual orientation" as homosexuality, heterosexuality, or bisexuality; and "gender identity" as gender-related identity, appearance, mannerisms, or characteristics, regardless of the individual's (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Rep. Sean Maloney Referred To The Subcommittee On The Constitution And Civil Justice. on 06/02/2017

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Equality Act [S.1006] [Human Rights ] [Race and Civil Rights ] [Labor, Jobs, Employment ] [Housing ] [Consumer Protection ] [Healthcare ] [Law Enforcement ] [Religion ] [Education ] [Public Safety ] [Children and Youth ] [Criminal Justice ] [Disabilities ]
Equality Act This bill amends the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to include sex, sexual orientation, and gender identity among the prohibited categories of discrimination or segregation in places of public accommodation. The bill defines: "sex" to include a sex stereotype, sexual orientation or gender identity, and pregnancy, childbirth, or a related medical condition; "sexual orientation" as homosexuality, heterosexuality, or bisexuality; and "gender identity" as gender-related identity, appearance, mannerisms, or characteristics, regardless of the individual's (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Read Twice And Referred To The Committee On The Judiciary. on 05/02/2017

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State (Texas)
Texas 85th Legislature Regular Session

Relating to certain requirements of public institutions of higher education regarding student organization membership. [HB-428] [Education ]
Relating to certain requirements of public institutions of higher education regarding student organization membership.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Drew Springer Read First Time on 02/21/2017

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Texas 85th Legislature Regular Session

Relating to an exemption from application of the Private Security Act for volunteer security services provided at a place of religious worship. [HB-421] [Religion ] [Public Safety ] [Law Enforcement ]
Relating to an exemption from application of the Private Security Act for volunteer security services provided at a place of religious worship.

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Drew Springer Considered In Calendars on 05/03/2017

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Federal
US Congress 115th Congress

Protecting Religiously Affiliated Institutions Act of 2018 [S.994] [Religion ] [Crime ] [Public Safety ] [Real Estate ] [Nonprofit ]
Protecting Religiously Affiliated Institutions Act of 2018 (Sec. 2) This bill amends the federal criminal code to modify an existing prohibition on intentionally obstructing, by force or threat of force, a person in the free exercise of religious beliefs. The bill specifies that, with respect to the prohibition, a threat of force includes a threat of force against religious real property. Additionally, it establishes a criminal penalty—a fine, a prison term of up to three years, or both—for a violation that results in damage or destruction to religious (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Dianne Feinstein Became Public Law No: 115-249. (txt | Pdf) on 09/28/2018

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A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. [SR-139] [Human Rights ] [International ] [Religion ]
A resolution condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. Condemns the government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and its continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. Calls on such government to immediately release the five imprisoned Baha'i leaders, the seven imprisoned Baha'i educators, and all other prisoners held solely on account of their religion Urges the President and the (continued...)

  

Sponsored by: Sen. Robert Casey Resolution Agreed To In Senate With An Amendment And An Amended Preamble By Unanimous Consent. (consideration: Cr S8276-8277; Text: Cr S8277) on 12/21/2017

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