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GOP Lawmakers Push 7 Bills to Block Sharia Law in US Legal System

Republican lawmakers led a House floor debate advocating for new legislation to prevent Sharia or any foreign religious code from influencing the US legal system. The debate was organized by the Sharia Free America Caucus, which claims rapid growth to 60 members from 25 states. Lawmakers argued that Sharia law is incompatible with the US Constitution and cited recent security incidents to frame the issue as a national threat. Multiple representatives called for legislative action to ensure American laws remain supreme, with seven specific bills reportedly ready for consideration.

Key Points: US Lawmakers Propose Bills Against Sharia Law Influence

  • 7 bills proposed against Sharia law
  • Constitutional supremacy stressed
  • Caucus claims 60 members from 25 states
  • Security concerns linked to extremism
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US lawmakers push bills against Sharia law

Republican lawmakers debate and propose legislation to prevent foreign religious codes like Sharia from entering the US legal system, citing constitutional supremacy.

"America was founded on a timeless principle, individual freedom, secured by self-government under a clear and supreme rule of constitutional law. - Keith Self"

Washington, March 31

Republican lawmakers used a coordinated House floor debate to push for new laws targeting Sharia law, saying "seven bills stand ready" to ensure no foreign religious code enters the US legal system.

The hour-long special order was led by Keith Self and Chip Roy, co-chairs of the Sharia Free America Caucus, which lawmakers said has grown rapidly since its launch three months ago.

Self told the House that the caucus now has "60 members" from "25 states across the United States," calling it a sign of rising concern nationwide.

Framing the issue as a constitutional matter, Self said: "America was founded on a timeless principle, individual freedom, secured by self-government under a clear and supreme rule of constitutional law."

Roy argued that lawmakers must confront what he described as a broader ideological challenge. "You cannot win a war that you do not acknowledge exists," he said.

Congressmen who took the floor during this hour-long debate were Randy Weber, Mark Harris, Mary Miller, Russ Fulcher, Buddy Carter, Barry Moore, Sheri Biggs, Randy Fine, Eli Crane, and Scott Perry.

Several lawmakers stressed that the US Constitution must remain the sole legal authority. Weber said: "There is one law of the land, the Constitution of the United States, period." Fulcher added: "Sharia law cannot coexist with the US Constitution and the American rule of law."

Members linked their concerns to security and recent incidents. Self said "March has seen multiple incidents linked to Islamist extremism," while others warned of what they described as threats from within.

Texas featured prominently in the debate. Self pointed to a mosque-linked development in Plano, alleging it was "a parallel society... a defacto Sharia enclave" operating within his district. He also referred to a proposed larger housing project that remains under regulatory and legal scrutiny.

Lawmakers called for legislative action, with Self saying "seven bills stand ready" to address what members described as Sharia's influence. Moore said "no foreign legal code should ever influence American courts," while Biggs added: "If you come to America, you come to live under American laws, period."

Fine described the moment as significant, saying lawmakers were speaking "openly and honestly about one of the greatest threats that is facing the United States today."

Caucus leaders urged broader participation. Self called on colleagues "Republican or Democrat" to join the effort, saying the goal was to defend "one nation, one constitution, one rule of law."

- IANS

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Priya S
Interesting to see this debate. In India, we've had long discussions about a Uniform Civil Code. Every country has the right to decide its legal foundation, but targeting a specific religion's principles can be problematic. Hope they focus on integration and dialogue, not just legislation. 🤔
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Rohit P
The Constitution should be supreme, absolutely. But calling a mosque development a "parallel society" is a bit much. We have diverse communities in Indian cities living together. The key is rule of law for all, not fear-mongering.
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Sarah B
Respectfully, I think the lawmakers are missing the point. The issue isn't Sharia law itself, but any attempt to supplant the national legal system. This should apply to all external legal influences equally, not single out one religion. The rhetoric seems disproportionate.
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Vikram M
Every sovereign nation has the right to protect its constitutional integrity. But from an Indian perspective, we know that social harmony is fragile. Laws are important, but so is community trust. Hope the US handles this with more nuance than the debate suggests.
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Michael C
"60 members from 25 states" in just three months shows there is real concern among American citizens. When people immigrate, they should adopt the host country's laws fully. That's the deal. India has its own debates on this, and it's never easy.

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