S 88 · 98th Congress · Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Voluntary Prayer and Religious Meditation Act of 1983

Introduced 1983-01-26· 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: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Judiciary.(1983-01-26)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Voluntary Prayer and Religious Meditation Act of 1983 - 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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