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Iowa legislators and organizations react to signing of 'religious freedom' law

Iowa Governor signs ‘religious freedom’ bill into law. What will it do?

Connie Ryan, executive director of the Interfaith Alliance of Iowa, discusses how religious exemptions can lead to discrimination by misusing religious freedom.

Critics say new religious freedom law could lead to discrimination

The Interfaith Alliance of Iowa expresses concerns that a bill could cause divisions among different groups.

Controversial bill allowing chaplains in Oklahoma's public schools advances

A letter from chaplains urging Texas school districts to reject a newly approved chaplain law, highlighting concerns over religious influence in public education.

Gov. DeSantis signs public school chaplains bill, says satanists need not apply

Concerns regarding chaplains in schools and potential religious indoctrination as warned by various organizations including ACLU and NEA.

Florida joins Texas in adopting school ‘chaplain’ option denounced by chaplains

Interfaith Alliance President Paul Raushenbush criticizes the recent legislation signed by Gov. DeSantis regarding the role of chaplains in public schools, expressing concerns about religious coercion and the impact on student support.