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Protecting Religious Freedom: Conscience Objections to COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates.

This Act aims to protect citizens from job loss or other penalties if they refuse the COVID-19 vaccine based on sincerely held religious beliefs. It requires state and local governments, as well as private entities receiving federal aid, to provide religious exemptions from vaccine mandates. This grants citizens a stronger legal basis to defend their religious rights against health requirements, directly impacting their job security and personal freedom.
Key points
Prohibits state and local governments (and private entities with federal assistance) from imposing substantial burdens on religious exercise related to COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Requires that any vaccine mandate must provide religious exemptions on equal terms with nonreligious exemptions (e.g., medical exemptions).
Individuals whose rights are violated can seek compensatory damages and other legal relief in court, without needing to exhaust administrative remedies.
The Act applies to all COVID-19 vaccine mandates, regardless of when they were adopted.
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Print number: 118_S_492
Sponsor: Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL]
Process start date: 2023-02-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CONSCIENCE Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_492.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits state and local governments (and private entities with federal assistance) from imposing substantial burdens on religious exercise related to COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
  • Requires that any vaccine mandate must provide religious exemptions on equal terms with nonreligious exemptions (e.g., medical exemptions).
  • Individuals whose rights are violated can seek compensatory damages and other legal relief in court, without needing to exhaust administrative remedies.
  • The Act applies to all COVID-19 vaccine mandates, regardless of when they were adopted.
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 Sen. Rubio, Marco [R-FL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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