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Topic: Free Exercise

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Pierce v. Society of Sisters

States cannot require all children to attend public schools; families and private institutions retain authority over education and religious upbringing.

February 26, 20261 min read
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Orr v. Trump

The Supreme Court granted a stay allowing enforcement of the State Department's birth-sex passport policy while the case continues in the First Circuit.

February 26, 20261 min read
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Groff v. DeJoy

Employers cannot deny religious accommodation to workers unless it causes substantial increased costs or burdens on business operations.

February 26, 20262 min read
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Arroyo-Castro v. Gasper

A teacher's display of a crucifix on a classroom wall constitutes speech pursuant to official duties and is subject to school district control, not protected…

February 26, 20261 min read
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Burn 24/7 Canada v. City of Quebec

The case alleges that Quebec City violated religious freedom and freedom of expression by cancelling a Christian worship event featuring Sean Feucht without constitutional justification.

February 26, 20261 min read
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Jeanpierre v. Trump

U.S. Magistrate Judge Daphne A. Oberg ruled that Executive Order 14253 did not substantially burden the plaintiff's religious exercise because the order imposed no penalties,…

February 26, 20261 min read