Second Circuit Court of Appeals Blocks NY Governor’s Limits on Religious Gatherings
A federal appellate court ruled in favor of religious communities in NY, overturning Governor Cuomo’s limitations on attendance at houses of worship.
Victory for Archdiocese of Washington After DC Mayor Eases Restrictions on Religious Services
Recently, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser modified the city’s pandemic limits on gatherings, easing restrictions for houses of worship.
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This exclusive resource from FLI answers how the current Essential Fight will affect religious liberty in future times of crisis or emergency.
Religious Schools in KY Get a Victory with Governor’s New Executive Order
In a victory for religious freedom, the KY Governor’s new executive order gives faith-based schools the freedom to resume in-person classes.
Texas Churches Will Get Their Day in Court in Battle Over City’s Unlawful “Holy Water” Tax Scheme
A Texas court issued a decision granting houses of worship an opportunity to stop the City of Magnolia from imposing a “water tax” on churches.
Victories Across All Levels of Federal Judiciary Signal a Resurgence of Religious Freedom in 2021
At all levels of the judiciary, federal judges have affirmed that religious freedom is an essential right, and houses of worship must be treated equally.

