Workplace Religious Freedom Act

The Workplace Religious Freedom Act (WRFA) was introduced by Senator Rick Santorum (R-Pennsylvania) and Senator John Kerry (D-Massachusetts) on March 17, 2005. If passed, this legislation would require employers to make reasonable accommodation for an employee's religious practice or observance, such as time off and attire. Similar legislation was introduced in the House of Representatives by Representatives Mark Souder (R-IN), Carolyn McCarthy (D-NY), Bobby Jindal (R-LA), and Anthony Weiner (D-NY).

Related Topics:
Rick Santorum - John Kerry - Mark Souder - Carolyn McCarthy - Bobby Jindal - Anthony Weiner

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This legislation has garnered the diverse support of various religious groups including, the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations, the Southern Baptist Convention, the National Council of Churches, the North American Council for Muslim Women, the Sikh Resource Taskforce, the Seventh-day Adventist Church, the American Jewish Committee, Agudath Israel of America, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops and other groups.

Related Topics:
Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations - Southern Baptist Convention - National Council of Churches - North American Council for Muslim Women - Sikh - Seventh-day Adventist Church - American Jewish Committee - U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops

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The ACLU and some Chambers of Commerce have come out against the act.

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