Faith-Based Groups Get Additional Protections Under Rule (1)

Faith-based organizations will be treated the same as secular organizations in federal programs, according to a rule finalized by nine federal agencies Monday.

The rule also clarifies that “faith-based organizations do not lose their legal protections and rights just because they participate in federal programs and activities,” including their right to conscience protections, the Department of Health and Human Services said.

The rule was issued by the HHS with the Departments of Justice, Homeland Security, Labor, Education, Housing and Urban Development, Agriculture, Veteran’s Affairs, and the Agency for International Development.

“This new rule reflects the commitment President Trump has upheld ...