1. Define the following:
--(religious) tenets, para. 2
--exemption, para. 6
--latent, para. 8
--ambiguity, para. 8

2. In the House, a bill clerk assigns the bill a number. House bills begin with "H.R." Senate bills begin with "S." What number has the Employment Non-Discrimination Act been assigned?

3. a) Under the Employment Non-Discrimination Act, which religious groups would be exempt from the law?
b) Which religious organizations would not be exempt, unless they made a declaration of significant "religious tenets?"

4. It appears that making a declaration of "religious tenets" would not protect a religious organization from discrimination lawsuits. Should religious organizations be sued for discrimination if they refuse to hire homosexuals? Explain your answer.

5. a) When the bill was first introduced in 2001, how was the religious organization exemption stated?
b) Which wording makes more sense to you: the 2001 wording, or the way it is currently worded? Explain your answer.

6. a) Name the religious groups that sent a letter to the House subcommittee reviewing the bill.
b) What concerns did they express in their letter?
c) What does the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution say about religion?

7. Do you support or oppose the current language of this bill regarding religious organizations? Send an email to your representative expressing your opinion. Be clear, concise and polite. Go to www.house.gov to find your Congressman's website/contact information.