My state/town has a law restricting the sale of certain items on Sundays. Is this legal? Many states and local governments have established a variety of laws restricting the sale …
Frequently Asked Question
Religion in the workplace
Religion in the workplace — Is it legal? The Freedom From Religion Foundation specializes in cases concerning the separation of religion and government. Private employment disputes fall outside the purview …
Church Polling Places
A church is being used as a polling location. Is that legal? It is a basic principle of Establishment Clause jurisprudence that the government is prohibited from promoting a specific …
Churches and Political Lobbying Activities
A church is participatiing in political lobbying. What can I do about it? Every election year, the Foundation receives complaints and questions by its members and members of the public …
Prayers at Government Meetings
Is an Establishment Clause violation occurring at government meetings? One of the most frequent complaints to the Freedom From Religion Foundation from the public over state/church violations concerns government officials …
Good Friday Closings
Is it legal for government offices and public schools to close for Good Friday? FFRF often receives complaints from the public about government offices and public schools closing for Good …
Pledge of Allegiance
Do I (or my child) have to participate in the religious Pledge of Allegiance in my public school? No. You (or your child) have a constitutional right not to be …
Religious Holiday Displays on Public Property
Are religious holiday displays a violation of the First Amendment? The most frequent complaint that FFRF receives during November and December concerns religious displays on public property. The majority involve …
Religious Decorations & Activities HUD Housing
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