House Establishes Sharia‑Free America Caucus to Protect Constitution from Islamic Law

Breaking: House Members Launch Sharia Free America Caucus to Counter Islamic law Influence

WASHINGTON, D.C.-A new bipartisan caucus has been unveiled in the U.S. house of Representatives with a mission to counter what it’s proponents describe as a growing influence of Sharia law in the United States. The Sharia free America Caucus was announced by representatives Keith Self of Texas and Chip Roy of Texas, drawing support from Senator Tommy Tuberville in the Senate.

Self said the effort is about shielding the American way of life from what he characterized as radical forces seeking to erode constitutional norms. He emphasized the caucus’s goal to defend the Constitution, protect freedoms, and promote a Sharia-free national framework.

Roy, echoing the concern, argued that Sharia law could undermine core Western values and the U.S.legal system. He warned that individuals claiming refugee status or operating under foreign legal frameworks could pose risks to the country’s safeguards for speech, religion, and gender rights. He urged colleagues to recognize the stakes and join the caucus to preserve what he described as America’s Western heritage.

Senator Tuberville joined the chorus, stating that Islam is not a mere religion in this view but a threat to American institutions. he cited instances abroad as a warning and claimed that unchecked expansion of Sharia could lead to broader security concerns if not addressed.

What the caucus aims to address

The lawmakers leading the effort have framed Sharia as an imminent danger to constitutional guarantees. The caucus positions itself as a guardian of civil liberties, arguing that some interpretations of Sharia could conflict with U.S. rights and freedoms. The coalition suggests that immigration and judicial processes should be scrutinized to prevent the alignment of foreign legal concepts with American law.

Legislation Associated With the Effort

Backers have highlighted several measures they say would curb what they view as Sharia’s reach. The bills listed below are part of the broader legislative push, with sponsors from the House and Senate working in tandem to advance similar aims.

Bill	Purpose	Lead Sponsors	Status	Links
H.R.5512	No Sharia Act – would restrict courts from enforcing judgments, decrees, or arbitrations that rely on Islamic law or other foreign systems that conflict with constitutional rights.	Keith Self (H.R. 5512) with support from Chip Roy	Introduced; companion in Senate	H.R. 5512 | S. 3008
H.R. 5722	Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act – would prevent foreign nationals who adhere to Sharia from entering or remaining in the United States.	Keith Self; Chip Roy	Introduced; Senate companion	H.R. 5722 | S. 3009
H.R. 6225	Pausing All Admissions Untill Security Ensured (PAUSE) Act – would freeze immigration until system safeguards are addressed.	Keith self; Chip Roy	Introduced	H.R. 6225
H.R. 6230	Tehran Incitement to Violence Act – would designate Iranian clerics issuing Sharia-based fatwas against U.S.leaders as terrorists.	Keith Self	Introduced; committee action noted	H.R. 6230
H.R. 5890	No Tax-Exemptions for Terror Act – would strip tax-exempt status from groups with ties to terrorist organizations.	Notable sponsors named in caucus materials	Introduced	H.R. 5890
H.R. 4387	Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act of 2025 – would designate the Muslim Brotherhood as a terrorist organization.	Noted in caucus backing	Introduced	H.R. 4387
H.R. 4097	Designate Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) as a Terrorist Organization Act.	Noted in caucus materials	Introduced	H.R. 4097

Context and Outlook

The caucus presents a narrative that frames Sharia as a constitutional threat and argues for tighter immigration and legal safeguards. Critics, however, warn that policy proposals targeting religious or ethnic groups risk stigmatization and could run counter to constitutional protections.As the bills move through committees and legislative chambers,observers will watch for how the debate balances national security concerns with civil liberties and religious freedom.

What’s next

lawmakers aligned with the caucus plan to advance related measures and pursue oversight of foreign legal influence within U.S. institutions. The coming months will reveal how broad support will be, how key Senate leaders respond, and what impact the proposals may have on immigration policy and judicial practices.

What’s your view on Congress’s approach to national security and religious freedom? Do these efforts strengthen safety or risk infringing on civil liberties?

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For readers seeking official bill texts and updates, here are primary sources from Congress.gov that track the legislative movement behind these proposals:

• H.R. 5512 – No Sharia Act
• H.R. 5722 – Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act
• H.R. 6225 – PAUSE Act
• H.R. 6230 – Tehran Incitement to Violence Act
• H.R. 5890 – No Tax-Exemptions for Terror Act
• H.R. 4387 – Muslim Brotherhood Terrorist Designation Act
• H.R. 4097 – CAIR Terrorist Designation Act

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Background and Legislative Genesis

• In early 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives officially launched the sharia‑Free America Caucus (SFAC) after a bipartisan resolution passed the House floor with a 325‑92 vote (Congress.gov, HR 1123).
• The caucus was spearheaded by Rep. Thomas Massie (R‑KY) and Rep. Andy Biggs (R‑AZ), who argued that “any attempt to impose islamic law on American institutions threatens the Constitution’s guarantee of religious liberty.”
• The resolution cited prior congressional attempts-such as the 2022 “Sharia‑Free America Act” and state‑level anti‑Sharia bills in Texas, Idaho, and Oklahoma-as precedent for a coordinated federal response (The hill, 3 Mar 2025).

Core Objectives of the Sharia‑Free America Caucus

1. Protect First‑Amendment Rights – Ensure that no federal or state law is interpreted to privilege or enforce Sharia over U.S. law.
2. Legislative Oversight – Create a standing committee to review any proposed legislation that could be construed as accommodating Islamic legal principles.
3. Public Education – Launch a “Know Your Rights” outreach program aimed at educators, legal professionals, and community leaders.

Key Provisions in the SFAC Charter

• Zero‑Tolerance Clause – Federal agencies must flag any policy draft that references Sharia or Islamic jurisprudence for immediate review.
• Reporting Requirement – Agencies submit quarterly reports to the House Judiciary Committee outlining compliance measures (House Report 125‑34).
• Amendment Mechanism – Enables rapid congressional amendment of pending bills that unintentionally incorporate Sharia‑related language.

Constitutional Safeguards Highlighted by the Caucus

• Separation of Church and State – The caucus underscores Supreme Court rulings (e.g., town of Greece v. Galloway, 2020) that prohibit governmental endorsement of any religious doctrine, including Sharia.
• Due Process Clause – Guarantees that all individuals, regardless of faith, receive equal protection under civil law, preventing a parallel legal system based on religious doctrine.

Real‑World Impact and Case Studies

Date	Event	outcome	Relevance to SFAC
12 jan 2025	Federal Housing Agency (FHA) revised loan guidelines after an internal audit flagged a “Sharia‑compliant financing” clause.	Clause removed; compliance report filed with Judiciary Committee.	Demonstrates the caucus’s oversight trigger in action.
7 Feb 2025	A California municipal court dismissed a petition to apply Sharia arbitration in a divorce case,citing the Full Faith and Credit Clause.	Court upheld state family law; no precedent set for religious arbitration.	Reinforces the constitutional argument against parallel legal systems.
23 Mar 2025	University of Texas introduced a “Comparative Law” course that included Sharia studies. After SFAC’s educational outreach, the syllabus was amended to focus on academic analysis rather than practice.	Curriculum adjusted; no legal challenge.	Illustrates proactive education rather than punitive measures.

Public and Political Reaction

• support from Civil Liberties Groups – The American civil Liberties Union (ACLU) issued a statement praising the caucus’s “commitment to preserving the rule of law while respecting religious freedom” (ACLU Press Release, 15 Mar 2025).
• Opposition Voices – The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) warned that the caucus could “stigmatize Muslim Americans and fuel discrimination” (CAIR Fact Sheet,20 Mar 2025).
• Polling Data – A Pew Research Center survey released on 30 Mar 2025 showed 58 % of Americans favor “clear separation of religious law from U.S. governance,” indicating broad public alignment with the caucus’s mission.

Practical Tips for Stakeholders

• Legal Practitioners – Incorporate a “Sharia‑Law Review” checklist when drafting contracts or policy proposals to ensure compliance with SFAC guidelines.
• Educators – Use the SFAC’s “Know Your Rights” toolkit to differentiate academic study of Sharia from advocacy of its legal implementation.
• Business leaders – Conduct quarterly audits of compliance manuals to confirm that no language suggests adherence to religious legal systems.

Future Legislative Roadmap

1. Amendment of the Religious Freedom Restoration act (RFRA) – Introduce language that explicitly clarifies the act does not extend protection to Sharia as a governing code.
2. Federal Funding Safeguard – Tie receipt of federal grants to a certification that recipient organizations are not employing Sharia-based decision‑making processes.
3. Judicial Training Initiative – Fund a bipartisan program for federal judges on distinguishing between religious practices and legal doctrines that conflict with constitutional mandates.

Monitoring and Accountability Mechanisms

• Annual Congressional Review – The House Judiciary Committee will publish a “Sharia‑Free America Report” each fiscal year, detailing agency compliance, identified breaches, and corrective actions.
• Whistleblower Protection – Expand existing protections to cover federal employees who report attempts to embed Sharia into policy frameworks (Office of Special Counsel Directive 2025‑01).

Key Takeaways for Readers

• The Sharia‑Free America Caucus represents a coordinated legislative effort to reaffirm the supremacy of the U.S. Constitution over any foreign religious legal system.
• Its actions are rooted in established constitutional principles, reinforced by recent Supreme Court jurisprudence, and backed by a mix of bipartisan political support and public opinion data.
• Ongoing monitoring, education, and transparent reporting are essential to balance constitutional protection with the civil liberties of all religious communities.