Report: Michigan, Washington 'worst' on religious nonprofit protections

A new report from the Napa Legal Institute ranks Michigan and Washington as the worst states for protecting religious nonprofits. The 2025 Faith and Freedom Index evaluates laws across all 50 states for religious liberty and regulatory freedom, citing issues like the Blaine Amendment and lack of a Religious Freedom Restoration Act. Washington’s ranking highlights limited legal protections for faith-based organizations and employment practices guided by religious beliefs. https://clarkcountytoday.com/news/report-michigan-washington-worst-on-religious-nonprofit-protections/ #WashingtonState #Religion #FaithAndFreedom #ReligiousLiberty #NapaLegal #Nonprofits #FaithBased #LegalRights #USSupremeCourt #ReligiousFreedom