Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act

Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for a record system that captures religious accommodations (e.g., exemptions) related to COVID-19 vaccination requirements requested by or granted to an employee, contractor, volunteer, or any other person.

Bill 117 HR 6502, also known as the Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to protect the religious freedom of individuals and organizations by allowing them to opt out of certain government mandates that may go against their religious beliefs.

Specifically, the Religious Freedom Over Mandates Act would provide exemptions for individuals and organizations from certain healthcare mandates, such as providing coverage for contraceptives or abortion services, if doing so would violate their sincerely held religious beliefs. This bill aims to ensure that individuals and organizations are not forced to choose between following their religious beliefs and complying with government regulations.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the constitutional right to religious freedom, while opponents raise concerns about potential discrimination and the impact on access to healthcare services. The bill is currently being debated in Congress, and its future remains uncertain.