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HR 6016

Denouncing the planned satanic worship ritual scheduled to take place on March 28, 2025.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Avery Anderson and 70 co-sponsors

Kansas legislature passes non-binding resolution denouncing a planned religious event, raising First Amendment and religious neutrality concerns.

Enrolled on Thursday, March 27, 2025
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Bill Summary · HR 6016

Legislative bill overview

HR 6016 is a resolution passed by the Kansas legislature that formally denounces a planned event described as a "satanic worship ritual" scheduled for March 28, 2025. The resolution expresses legislative disapproval of the event through a non-binding statement of the body's position.

Why is this important

Resolutions like this raise questions about the appropriate use of legislative time and resources, as well as the balance between protecting religious freedom and expressing disapproval of specific religious practices. The bill's passage reflects tensions around minority religious expression and governmental neutrality toward different faith traditions.

Potential points of contention

  • First Amendment concerns: Formal legislative denunciations of specific religious practices may conflict with constitutional protections for religious freedom and expression, regardless of how unconventional the practice
  • Use of legislative resources: Critics may question whether a state legislature should spend time on non-binding resolutions addressing a single private event rather than substantive policy matters
  • Religious neutrality: Government bodies are generally expected to remain neutral on religious matters; singling out one faith tradition for denunciation raises concerns about equal treatment under law

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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