S 1577 · 97th Congress · Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Voluntary Prayer and Religious Meditation Act of 1981

Introduced 1981-07-31· Sponsored by Sen. Jepsen, Roger W. [R-IA]· Senate

Bill Progress

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Introduced
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Committee
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Senate Vote
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House
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Subcommittee on Separation of Powers.(1981-08-06)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Voluntary Prayer and Religious Meditation Act of 1981 - Grants every individual the right to participate in the free exercise of voluntary prayer or religious meditation in any public building or building supported by Federal funds. Prohibits any Federal or State agency from abridging such right. Authorizes aggrieved persons to bring an action in Federal court for damages or equitable relief.…

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