HB486 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment authorizing the display of the Ten Commandments on state property and property owned or administered by public schools and public bodies.

• Guarantees religious liberty protections including freedom to worship according to conscience and prohibition on compelling attendance or financial support of religious institutions.

• Prohibits discrimination based on religious beliefs, stating civil and political rights cannot be diminished or enlarged on account of religious belief.

• Requires Ten Commandments displays to comply with constitutional requirements by being intermingled with historical or educational items in a larger display.

• Prohibits expenditure of public funds in defense of the constitutionality of this amendment.