The No Shari’a Act prohibits U.S. courts from enforcing judgments based on Shari’a or foreign law that violate constitutional rights.
The No Shari’a Act aims to prevent U.S. courts from applying Shari’a or any foreign law that conflicts with constitutional rights. It prohibits enforcement of judgments, decrees, or arbitration decisions that rely on such laws. The Act also mandates that American courts rely solely on federal and state laws, ensuring consistency and protection of constitutional rights in family law, contract law, and civil rights cases. The Attorney General will issue regulations and provide judicial education to enforce this Act, which will take effect 180 days after enactment.
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