S. 5289: Right to Worship Act
S. 5289 status: Referred.
What this bill does
Overall score
Bill summary
AI SummaryThe bill creates new federal civil liabilities and enforcement mechanisms regarding protest activity within 100 feet of religious institutions, impacting First Amendment assembly dynamics.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified
Risks
- No direct environmental impact identified
Economy
Benefits
- Minimal impact on general economic activity
Risks
- Potential for minor increases in litigation costs for affected protest organizations
Society
Benefits
- Strengthens protections for religious practice and public safety during services
- Clear guidelines protect worshippers from intimidation
Risks
- Risk of restricting protected speech and assembly near places of worship
- Potential for inconsistent application of content-neutral restrictions
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Confidence
highhigh
Information is complete and verified.
Analysis status
Full bill text (Congress.gov)
Source used for this bill's analysis.
The 100-foot buffer zone creates a risk of chilling protected speech for demonstrators
The definition of 'substantially affects interstate commerce' may invite judicial scrutiny
Where it stands
Introduced
CompleteCommittee
CurrentReferred
Floor
UpcomingEnacted
UpcomingHow it affects your district
Set your location
Add your district to see how this bill may affect your community and who to contact.
Take action
Contact your representatives
Let them know how you feel about this bill.
Share your view
Join the discussion and see what others are saying.
Track this bill
Stay updated on progress and changes.