This bill seeks to ensure that religious organizations are treated equally when participating in federally funded social services programs, grantmaking, and contracting. Its core purpose is to prohibit discrimination against these organizations in the receipt and administration of federal financial assistance, thereby enabling them to compete on a level playing field with nonreligious entities. The legislation aims to strengthen the nation's social service capacity by facilitating the involvement of religious organizations and expanding choices for individuals and families in need. Key provisions ensure that religious organizations are eligible to apply for and receive federal financial assistance on the same basis as private nonreligious organizations. Federal, state, and local entities are prohibited from discriminating against a private organization based on its religious character, affiliation, or exercise. This includes preventing requirements for additional assurances or notices not demanded of nonreligious groups, and ensuring that restrictions on fund use apply equally to all. Furthermore, the bill protects the religious character and freedom of participating organizations, allowing them to retain their autonomy, religious name, mission, and symbols. They may also select or dismiss employees based on religious tenets without waiving existing religious exemptions under various civil rights laws. Beneficiaries who object to a religious provider must be referred to a reasonably accessible alternative service of similar value, and religious organizations can segregate federal funds for limited audit purposes. The bill also establishes a private right of action for religious organizations to enforce these rights and preempts conflicting state or local laws.