With respect to the gentlewoman's question, with respect to the language in question, it has long been held by our courts that the Religious Freedom Restoration Act does not apply to civil rights laws. The Equality Act looks to treat discrimination against LGBTQ individuals the same way as other forms of discrimination, including racial discrimination. So, these arguments just don't hold water. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.
Mary Gay Scanlon: “With respect to the gentlewoman's question, with respect to the language in question, it has long been held by our…”
On the recordFebruary 24, 2021
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