Washington SB5436 criminalizes interference with access to places of worship, including obstructing entry or threatening individuals.

Washington SB5436 makes it unlawful to interfere with access to places of worship, including obstructing entry, threatening individuals, or damaging property. The bill defines "interfere with" as stopping or restricting a person's freedom of movement. It also allows for civil actions where aggrieved persons can recover up to $500 per day for prohibited actions. The bill aims to protect religious freedom and public safety without infringing on constitutionally protected speech.

Washington SB5436 criminalizes interference with access to places of worship, including obstructing entry or threatening individuals.

Washington SB5436 makes it unlawful to interfere with access to places of worship, including obstructing entry, threatening individuals, or damaging property. The bill defines "interfere with" as stopping or restricting a person's freedom of movement. It also allows for civil actions where aggrieved persons can recover up to $500 per day for prohibited actions. The bill aims to protect religious freedom and public safety without infringing on constitutionally protected speech.