"The Catholic parishes argue that the nondiscrimination requirement forces them to choose between participating in a public benefit and adhering to their religious teachings about marriage and family."
"Colorado's universal preschool program guarantees access to free preschool for most 4-year-olds, allowing families to select from public, private, and faith-based providers."
"The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit affirmed that Colorado's nondiscrimination rule is a neutral law applicable to both religious and secular providers."
"The lawsuit highlights a constitutional conflict, as the plaintiffs claim the First Amendment does not permit such a choice between public benefits and religious adherence."
The U.S. Supreme Court will review a case regarding Colorado's universal preschool program, which prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. The case, St. Mary Catholic Parish in Littleton v. Roy, challenges this nondiscrimination requirement, asserting it infringes on religious freedoms. Two lower courts upheld the nondiscrimination rule, emphasizing its neutrality. The program, established in 2020, allows families to choose from various providers, but those accepting public funds must comply with nondiscrimination standards, creating a conflict for religious institutions.
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