Religious Discrimination Embedded in Stimulus Bill
The economic stimulus bill before the Senate contains a provision that would discriminate against religious activity, according to a Christian legal firm.
The legislative team at American Center for Law and Justice has noticed that a provision in Section 803 of the measure contains language that would prohibit schools that accept funding for the renovation of university facilities from allowing religious activity to take place at those facilities.
ACLJ made the observation on Tuesday.
The provision reads: "Grants awarded under this section shall be for the purpose of modernizing, renovating, and repairing institution of higher education facilities that are primarily used for instruction and research," according to ACLJ, which specializes in protecting religious liberties....