Religious Services: Protection from Disruptions
The Right to Worship Act was sent to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary on August 6, 2026. This bill has not moved since that date, and it must receive a vote from committee members before it can proceed further. Most bills do not receive a committee vote and often stall at this stage in the process.
Bipartisan support from well-known senators helps its chances, but concerns about protest rights could slow it down in committee.
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The 100-foot buffer zone and disruption ban would apply equally to protests or counter-demonstrations near churches that preach on topics like same-sex marriage or gender identity. LGBTQ advocates who gather outside houses of worship to protest anti-LGBTQ sermons could face civil fines or lawsuits, while LGBTQ congregants attending affirming services would gain the same protection from disruption as any other worshippers.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
A bipartisan bill introduced in the House and Senate on August 6 would establish a 100-foot buffer zone around houses of worship during services. The Right to Worship Act aims to prevent disruptions and harassment, with civil fines for violators starting at $2,500.
US Congress members announced legislation aiming to create buffer zones around synagogues and other houses of worship to protect worshippers from protests. The bill would make it unlawful to knowingly disrupt or impede people from attending services, with civil fines up to $10,000.
The Right to Worship Act has sparked debate between religious groups seeking protection from harassment and civil rights advocates concerned about free speech. The bill creates a 100-foot protection zone around houses of worship for one hour before and after scheduled services.
No votes or related bills recorded for this bill yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Right to Worship Act
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