Federal court decisions from the last few years demonstrate increased skepticism when evaluating government actions effecting religious exercise. It appears as though this trend will
Oral arguments scheduled to start October 23 as Portland-area church attempts to move forward with expansion plans previously approved, but later denied, by Clackamas County
Congress enacted the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act, 42 U.S.C. § 2000cc et seq (“RLUIPA”), to protect churches and houses of worship from
Land use decisions can’t favor secular over religious organizations; RLUIPA gives religious organizations of all faiths legal protection to pursue their mission free from discrimination
In recent years the United States Supreme Court has decided multiple cases reaffirming the strong protections afforded by the First Amendment’s Free Exercise clause. However,
Faith-based organization sought approval of spiritual retreat center; Religious Land Use & Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) protects faith-based organizations from religious discrimination Media Contact: Barbara
In a landmark decision that upholds the principles of religious freedom, the City of San Diego has approved the construction of All People’s Church of
The Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA) provides vital protections for religious institutions facing unfair zoning or land-use regulations. When a church has shown that its rights under RLUIPA have been violated, several positive outcomes are available to help address the situation and ensure the church can freely practice its beliefs
Historic preservation plays a vital role in safeguarding our cultural heritage, ensuring that the stories of the past remain tangible for future generations. From grand
This is an intriguing moment in history. Federal and state government agencies are quickly cutting funding for social services that assist the homeless, the poor,
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