New Ariz. law affirms students’ religious libertiesAssociated Press: “The Students’ Religious Liberties Act (H.B. 2357) prohibits schools from discriminating against students or parents on the basis of religious viewpoint or expression. It requires that schools not ‘penalize or reward’ students for including religious content or views in a classroom assignment.” Center for Arizona Policy: “Students’ Religious Liberties Act (HB 2357/SB 1393) – Codifies court rulings into state law clarifying that students in public schools have constitutional rights to express their religious beliefs. *Passed House with a 37-23 vote on May 6. Passed Senate by a vote of 18-10 on June 22. Signed into law by the Governor on July 10.”
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