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WHO: Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Matt Sharp, director of the ADF Center for Legislative Advocacy WHAT: Testifying on fairness for women, protecting children, and protecting all Americans from government coercion before the Senate Judiciary Committee at its hearing “Protecting Pride: Defending the Civil Rights of LGBTQ+ Americans” WHEN: Wednesday, June 21, beginning at 10 a.m. EDT WHERE: Dirksen Senate Office Building, Room G50, Washington, or view livestream ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: To schedule an interview, contact ADF Media Relations Specialist Hayden Sledge at (205) 767-4705 ...

The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Legal Counsel Greg Chafuen regarding Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen’s signing Wednesday of LB 43, a bill that includes provisions to ensure that Nebraskans are free to live and work according to their faith without fear of unjust government punishment and to protect the private information of individuals who support charities and other nonprofit organizations of their choice: “Americans should be free to defend their rights when the government stops them from living and worshiping according to their faith. This law provides a ...

… US House passes appropriations bill without protections against taxpayer funding of abortions Published July 29, 2021 … Hyde Amendment and other similar provisions that protect against taxpayer funding of abortion: “Government-compelled … Hyde Amendment and other similar provisions that protect against taxpayer funding of abortion: “Government-compelled …

The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Matt Sharp, director of the ADF Center for Public Policy, regarding Idaho Gov. Brad Little’s signing Monday of HB 538, a bill to strengthen existing law so that government entities cannot force employees and students at public schools to use inaccurate names and pronouns in violation of their sincerely held beliefs: “No one should lose their job or face punishment at school for declining to say something they believe is false. Words and language carry meaning, and when used properly, they tell the truth about ...

The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Legal Counsel Greg Chafuen regarding Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb’s signing Wednesday of HB 1137, a bill that strengthens an existing law that protects the right of parents to have their child briefly excused from school to receive religious instruction if they so choose: “Parents have the right and responsibility to guide the upbringing and education of their children. And many parents consider religious instruction an important part of their child’s education. While public schools can teach about the Bible from a neutral ...

… Appeals court reinstates fraud case against Planned Parenthood in Iowa ADF attorneys represent … a former Planned Parenthood facility director’s lawsuit against Planned Parenthood of the Heartland. Alliance … a former Planned Parenthood facility director’s lawsuit against Planned Parenthood of the Heartland. Alliance …

… Court refuses to reconsider ruling against Georgia Tech Judge notes university’s “lack of candor … of this short press release. In fact, all three of the four challenged policies are materially different than they … of this short press release. In fact, all three of the four challenged policies are materially different than they …

… in athletics by ensuring they are not forced to compete against males playing on women’s sports teams: “We are … Edwards’ veto and join states like Florida, Arkansas, West Virginia, Montana, and Idaho that have codified protections … in athletics by ensuring they are not forced to compete against males playing on women’s sports teams: “We are …

… off. But it’s absolutely deflating to realize—even before I get to the starting line—that no matter how hard I push myself, I won’t be competing on a level playing field. As a freshman, …

The following quote may be attributed to Alliance Defending Freedom Senior Counsel Matt Sharp, director of the ADF Center for Legislative Advocacy, regarding Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s signing Friday of SB 14, a bill that protects children from dangerous, life-altering medical procedures: “Denying the truth that we are either male or female ends up hurting people, especially vulnerable children. By enacting this legislation, Texas has taken critical steps to protect children from radical activists that peddle gender ideology and pressure children into life-altering, experimental procedures and ...