No Shari’a Act

This bill would bar any federal, state, or territorial court, including arbitration panels whose decisions courts enforce, from enforcing a judgment, decree, or arbitration decision that relies in whole or in part on Shari'a or any foreign law that violates a party's constitutional rights. Contract terms choosing foreign law would remain valid unless enforcing them would violate constitutional rights. In cases about marriage, divorce, child custody, adoption, or inheritance, courts could not apply foreign law that conflicts with fundamental rights or public policy. The U.S. Attorney General would issue regulations and provide training for judges, and the law would take effect 180 days after enactment.

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Sponsors

• Tommy Tuberville Republican sponsor
• 1 cosponsors