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Started by Chris Milda (_Akimel O`odham_)
Wed, 25 Jun 1997 00:00
court tosses out religion law
Author: Chris Milda (_Akimel O`odham_)
Date: Wed, 25 Jun 1997 00:00
Date: Wed, 25 Jun 1997 00:00
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Top Stories Summary - Jun 25, 6pm EDT
Top Stories Summary - Jun 25, 6pm EDT
Court Tosses Out Religion Law
A divided U.S. Supreme Court today overturned a 1993 law aimed at giving
religious groups greater protection from government regulation. In a 6-3
ruling, the high court said Congress overstepped its authority when it
passed the Religious Freedom Restoration Act -- which President Clinton
strongly supported and signed into law. The law was aimed at encouraging
governments to accommodate religious practices. But in the decision he
wrote for the majority, Justice Anthony Kennedy said that the statute
``contradicts vital principles necessary to maintain separation of powers
and the federal balance.''
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