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Limiting Lawsuits on Religious Symbols in Public Spaces

This act restricts the ability to sue state, local, and federal governments over the presence of religious symbols in public spaces, such as monuments or buildings. Citizens can still file such lawsuits, but they will not be able to claim financial damages or legal fees, only injunctive or declaratory relief. The aim is to reduce lawsuits that, according to the bill's authors, are used to extort money.
Key points
Limits the ability to recover financial damages and legal fees in lawsuits concerning religious symbols in public spaces.
Lawsuits regarding religious symbols can only result in an order to remove the symbol or a declaration of violation, without financial consequences for the government.
Changes apply to state, local, and federal authorities, including symbols on currency or official seals.
The act applies to cases already pending and those initiated after its enactment.
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Additional Information
History and Tradition Protection Act of 2021
Print number: HR 2224
Sponsor: Rep. Johnson, Mike [R-LA-4]
Process start date: 2021-03-26
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Limiting Lawsuits on Religious Symbols in Public Spaces

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 2224.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Limits the ability to recover financial damages and legal fees in lawsuits concerning religious symbols in public spaces.
  • Lawsuits regarding religious symbols can only result in an order to remove the symbol or a declaration of violation, without financial consequences for the government.
  • Changes apply to state, local, and federal authorities, including symbols on currency or official seals.
  • The act applies to cases already pending and those initiated after its enactment.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Johnson, Mike [R-LA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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