The Federal Grant Neutrality Act

# The Federal Grant Neutrality Act – Summary **What It Would Do:** The Federal Grant Neutrality Act would require the federal government to treat religious organizations the same way as non-religious organizations when distributing federal grants. Currently, there are restrictions on how religious groups can use federal money—for example, they typically cannot use grants to fund explicitly religious activities like worship or religious instruction. This bill would remove those distinctions, allowing faith-based organizations to use federal funds for religious purposes on equal footing with how they use funds for non-religious programs. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact religious organizations (churches, faith-based nonprofits, religious charities) seeking federal grants, as well as secular organizations that compete for the same funding.

It could also affect taxpayers and the programs those grants currently support, depending on how the funds are used. **Current Status:** The bill was introduced by Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) in the 119th Congress and remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. It has not advanced beyond the initial stage.