United States · Bill · S
S. 1577 (97th)
Voluntary Prayer and Religious Meditation Act of 1981
Introduced
31 July 1981
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Status
Referred to Subcommittee on Separation of Powers.
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10 August 2026
Summary
Voluntary Prayer and Religious Meditation Act of 1981 - Grants every individual the right to participate in the free exercise of voluntary prayer or religious meditation in any public building or building supported by Federal funds. Prohibits any Federal or State agency from abridging such right. Authorizes aggrieved persons to bring an action in Federal court for damages or equitable relief.
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Introduced in Senate
summary · EN · 31 July 1981
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- Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/97th-congress/senate-bill/1577
- Open data entity: https://api.congress.gov/v3/bill/97/s/1577