119th (2025–2027)
S. 894
The Do No Harm Act modifies the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993 to clarify when religious liberty protections cannot override other federal laws. Specifically, the bill prevents people from using religious objections to avoid complying with civil rights protections, anti-discrimination laws, workplace standards, child protection laws, and healthcare requirements. It also blocks the use of religious freedom claims to escape government contract requirements or to deny individuals equal access to government-provided goods and services. The bill affects employers, healthcare providers, contractors receiving government funds, and anyone who might invoke religious exemptions from federal law. The legislation contains no specific funding or implementation timeline but would take effect upon passage, primarily through court interpretation as cases arise.