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S.1279: Freedom to Pray Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
- Introduced July 11, 2013
- Latest Major Action July 11, 2013
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (All Republicans)
Bill Summary
Freedom to Pray Act - Prohibits the federal government from revoking or withholding federal financial assistance that would otherwise be provided to any recipient on the basis of religious activities that are conducted voluntarily and initiated by participants in a program or activity carried out by such recipient. Prohibits this Act from being construed to authorize the United States or any state or political subdivision to: (1) sponsor a...
(Source: Library of Congress)
Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| July 11, 2013 |
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
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| July 11, 2013 |
Introduced in the Senate by Mary L. Landrieu (D-La.) |