SB36 would make Georgia the 30th state to adopt a version of the federal Religious Freedom Restoration Act.
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On April 2, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in Medina v. Planned Parenthood South Atlantic, a case that could determine whether Medicaid beneficiaries have a right to challenge a state’s removal of providers. The Justices closely examined whether the “free choice of provider” clause in the Medicaid Act creates an enforceable right under Section 1983. South Carolina contends it does not, while Planned Parenthood and a Medicaid recipient argue otherwise. A ruling is expected by June 2025.
Georgia set to become the 30th state to adopt a Religious Freedom Restoration Act as SB36 gains legislative approval, pending Governor Kemp’s decision.
Court dismisses some allegations but permits key claims to move forward in lawsuit alleging anti-Semitism on campus.
Parents\’ lawsuit against school districts\’ policies on transgender student confidentiality dismissed.
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State officials may be adopting a new tactic against watchdog organizations, potentially transforming them into defendants to curb oversight efforts.