HR 6213 115th Congress House Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues Civil actions and liability First Amendment rights Government liability Legal fees and court costs Religion State and local government operations

History and Tradition Protection Act of 2018

Introduced: June 25, 2018 Introduced by: Johnson, Mike Republican · Louisiana See on congress.gov

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Aug 2, 2018

Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.

Jun 25, 2018

Introduced in House

Jun 25, 2018

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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History and Tradition Protection Act of 2018

This bill provides that, regarding a civil action for deprivation of rights under color of law, the remedies with respect to a claim shall be limited to injunctive and declaratory relief where the deprivation consists of a violation of a prohibition in the Constitution against the establishment of religion. No fees shall be awarded in proceedings in vindication of civil rights with respect to such a claim concerning the actions of states and localities.

With regard to a claim brought against the United States or a federal official acting in his or her official capacity, the bill prohibits the award of reasonable fees and expenses of attorneys to the prevailing party.

What's happening now August 2, 2018

Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice.

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