Press Releases

Washington, D.C. – A federal hate crimes bill heavily criticized by religious liberty advocates moved a step closer to becoming law today after being approved on a vote of 15-12 by the House Judiciary Committee. The bill, H.R. 1913, will … Read More

Washington, D.C. – The case challenging the use of the phrase, “so help me God” and the invocation and benediction at the inauguration of President Obama has been appealed to the federal District Court of Appeals for the District of … Read More

San Francisco, CA – A federal judge in San Francisco has rejected efforts by an East Bay community college district to dismiss a lawsuit filed by two students who were disciplined for praying on campus. The students are represented by … Read More

Sacramento, CA – The State of California has agreed to settle a lawsuit filed by a couple whose marriage license was rejected last summer because they identified themselves as “Bride” and “Groom.” The couple is represented by affiliate and staff … Read More

Sacramento, CA – Pacific Justice Institute is announcing a new effort to encourage student clubs and churches to host baccalaureate services for high school seniors. For decades, baccalaureate services have provided meaningful spiritual encouragement to graduates. Yet not all communities … Read More

Newport Beach, CA – Pacific Justice Institute is announcing plans for an unforgettable Celebration of Justice in Southern California the evening of April 25, 2009. This year’s event will be held aboard The Majestic, which will cruise Newport Harbor while guests … Read More

Ellicott City, MD – Calvary Chapel is gearing up for an outdoor community Easter celebration this Sunday in Ellicott City’s Centennial Park. But as worshipers reflect, youth sway with the band and kids romp in the children’s play area, most will … Read More

Vista, CA – The board of trustees of the Vista Unified School District voted unanimously to require that pupils obtain parental permission before leaving campus for “confidential medical services.” It is well understood that the term “confidential medical services” is … Read More

Washington, D.C. – A federal judge in Washington, D.C., today dismissed a lawsuit filed by atheist Michael Newdow, the American Humanist Association and others which had claimed that the traditions of saying prayers and “so help me God” at the … Read More

Denver, CO – An atheist group is asking a federal appeals court this week to prohibit the use of memorial crosses along Utah highways to mark sites where state troopers have been killed in the line of duty. The crosses … Read More