This bill, introduced by Senators Cornyn and Tuberville, would change the Civil Rights Act of 1964. It targets businesses that are open to the public, such as hotels, restaurants, and movie theaters.
The proposal states that if a business follows Sharia law while providing its services or facilities, it is legally committing religious discrimination. This would make it illegal for these businesses to use this specific religious law to decide how they treat customers or manage their facilities.
The goal of the bill is to prevent the use of Islamic religious law in American businesses. Supporters argue this protects equal treatment for all customers, while others may see it as a restriction on how religious business owners operate.
If this becomes law, people who believe a business is using Sharia law to treat them differently or segregate them could file lawsuits under federal civil rights laws. This would apply to any business in the country that serves the general public.
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Feb 12, 2026Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Feb 12, 2026
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
