(SRN NEWS) – At least four states have passed legislation this year making it a crime to disrupt religious services, following a high-profile protest inside a Minnesota church. Supporters, largely Republican lawmakers, say the measures go beyond existing trespassing laws to ensure people can worship in peace and help prevent clashes, especially amid concerns over […]
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(SRN NEWS) – At least four states have passed legislation this year making it a crime to disrupt religious services, following a high-profile protest inside a Minnesota church.
Supporters, largely Republican lawmakers, say the measures go beyond existing trespassing laws to ensure people can worship in peace and help prevent clashes, especially amid concerns over violence targeting faith communities.
Many Houses of worship remain on edge over recent mass shootings and acts of violence targeting religion groups. BA, reporting.