Do No Harm Act

The "Do No Harm Act" proposes significant amendments to the Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993 (RFRA), aiming to prevent its application from causing harm to third parties or infringing upon established civil rights. It establishes new exceptions, stipulating that RFRA cannot be invoked to undermine federal laws protecting against discrimination , promoting equal opportunity , or ensuring labor protections . This includes provisions related to the Civil Rights Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Family and Medical Leave Act, and the Violence Against Women Act. The bill further ensures RFRA cannot be used to deny access to healthcare items or services , protect against child labor or exploitation, or prevent employers from providing mandated wages or benefits. It also clarifies that RFRA cannot be applied to government contracts requiring services for beneficiaries or to deny individuals full and equal enjoyment of government-provided goods and services. Finally, the legislation explicitly amends RFRA to state it applies solely to judicial proceedings where the government is a party , thereby precluding its use in litigation between private individuals or entities.