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This bill, titled the "No Shari'a Act," aims to prevent the application of Shari'a (Islamic law) or any foreign legal system in U.S. courts when such application would compromise constitutional rights. The bill affirms that the U.S. Constitution is the supreme law of the land and seeks to protect citizens' fundamental rights by ensuring that only federal and state laws are used in judicial proceedings. It defines "foreign law" broadly to include any legal code from outside the U.S., including religious laws, and prohibits courts from enforcing judgments, contracts, or arbitration decisions that rely on such laws if they violate constitutional protections. The bill is particularly concerned with protecting vulnerable populations, especially in areas like family law, contract law, and civil rights. It requires the Attorney General to issue regulations and provide judicial education to ensure consistent implementation, and will take effect 180 days after enactment. Key provisions include preventing the enforcement of any foreign law that infringes on constitutional rights such as due process, equal protection, freedom of religion, and freedom of speech, with specific attention to areas like marriage, child custody, and property rights. The bill emphasizes that while individuals are free to voluntarily observe personal religious codes, U.S. courts must never enforce laws that conflict with fundamental constitutional liberties.

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