Protecting Civil Rights: Limiting Religious Freedom Claims That Cause Harm
This bill ensures that federal laws protecting against discrimination, guaranteeing healthcare access, and securing basic labor rights cannot be overridden by religious objections. Citizens maintain full access to equal opportunities, health benefits, and social protections, regardless of the religious beliefs of other individuals or institutions. The law also clarifies that religious freedom claims can only be brought against the government, not against private parties.
Key points
Religious objections cannot be used to justify discrimination or undermine civil rights protections (e.g., equal opportunity, disability rights, or protection against violence).
Guaranteed access to healthcare: Religious beliefs cannot be used to deny access, information, or coverage for any healthcare item or service.
Workplace protections: Employers cannot use religious arguments to avoid providing required wages, benefits, or adhering to child labor laws.
The Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA) can only be used in disputes involving the government, not in lawsuits between two private parties.
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