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Title: Establishment of the Religious Liberty Commission
Category: Faith-Based Initiatives
Federal Register Doc. No.: 2025-08134
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Justification

This executive order establishes a Religious Liberty Commission specifically designed to protect and promote religious freedom and faith-based participation in American life. The order's primary purpose is to defend religious liberty for "religious people and institutions," "faith-based entities," "houses of worship," "pastors, religious leaders," and "religious communities" against perceived threats including "debanking of religious entities," denial of tax-exempt status, and exclusion from government programs. The Commission is tasked with producing a comprehensive report on religious liberty foundations, advising the White House Faith Office on religious liberty policies, and recommending actions to secure religious freedom protections. The order directly targets the protection and advancement of faith-based organizations and religious practice across all sectors of society, making Faith-Based Initiatives the clear primary category.

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