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FL S1218
Joint Resolution
Status
2/18/2011
Primary Sponsor
Thad Altman
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AI Summary
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Proposes constitutional amendment to Section 3, Article I to allow individuals to use public program benefits at religious providers without being barred from participation in public programs.
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Deletes existing prohibition against using state revenues or revenues from political subdivisions to aid churches, religious denominations, or sectarian institutions.
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Specifies that religious freedom shall not justify practices inconsistent with public morals, peace, or safety.
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Requires submission of amendment to Florida voters for approval at the next general election or earlier special election authorized by law.
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Places ballot language describing the amendment as allowing use of public program benefits at religious providers and removing the prohibition on public revenue use for religious institutions.
Legislative Description
Religious Freedom
Last Action
Withdrawn from Children, Families, and Elder Affairs -SJ 968
5/5/2011