Oppose the “Sharia-Free America Caucus” Agenda
Ask Members of Congress to sign the Dear Colleague letter opposing the so-called
“Sharia-Free America Caucus” and related legislation that singles out Islamic
religious practices.
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Core Ask for Congressional Offices
Urge your Member of Congress to sign the Dear Colleague letter, oppose anti-Muslim
legislation, and reaffirm Congress’s commitment to religious liberty, equal protection,
and constitutional neutrality.
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Action requested: Sign on to the Dear Colleague letter to Speaker Johnson,
Leader Jeffries, Leader Thune, and Leader Schumer opposing the “Sharia-Free America Caucus”
and related legislation.
What Delegates Should Ask For
Keep the ask direct, practical, and easy for staff to process.
Most Important
Sign the Dear Colleague Letter
Ask the office to sign on to the Dear Colleague letter opposing the caucus and related bills.
✍️ Ask: Join the Dear Colleague letter as soon as possible
📣 Goal: Build visible congressional opposition before these proposals gain traction
Floor Opposition
Oppose Anti-Muslim Legislation
Ask the office to oppose and urge leadership to oppose bills that single out Islamic practices.
🛑 Ask: Oppose these bills in committee, leadership channels, and on the floor
🏛 Goal: Prevent normalization of legislation targeting one faith community
Values Statement
Reaffirm Religious Liberty
Ask the office to publicly affirm First Amendment protections and equal citizenship for Muslim Americans.
🗣 Ask: Speak clearly against religious targeting
🇺🇸 Goal: Reaffirm that Congress protects religious freedom for everyone
Bills Delegates Should Mention
Use these links during meetings or in follow-up emails.
H.R. 5722
House Bill
Religious Targeting Concern
Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act
Identified in the fact sheet as legislation that raises serious constitutional and civil-rights concerns.
S. 3009
Senate Bill
Companion Measure
Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act
Senate companion identified in the fact sheet as part of the same anti-Muslim legislative push.
H.R. 5512
House Bill
Religious Liberty Concern
No Shari’a Act
Identified in the fact sheet as a measure that would treat adherence to Islam as a disfavored characteristic.
S. 3008
Senate Bill
Companion Measure
No Shari’a Act
Senate companion bill referenced in the fact sheet alongside H.R. 5512.
H.R. 7611
House Bill
Current Official Bill Page
Protecting Puppies from Sharia Act
Officially listed by GovInfo as H.R. 7611, introduced in the House on February 20, 2026.
Why These Proposals Raise Constitutional Concerns
Use these points to keep the conversation grounded in constitutional principles.
First Amendment Neutrality
Government may not single out one religion for special suspicion or restriction.
Delegates should emphasize that legislation targeting Islamic practice conflicts with
core religious-liberty principles.
Equal Protection Concerns
The fact sheet argues these measures treat adherence to Islam as a disfavored characteristic,
raising equal-protection and anti-discrimination concerns.
Relevant Court Precedent
In Awad v. Ziriax, the Tenth Circuit affirmed an injunction against Oklahoma’s
anti-Sharia constitutional amendment, and the district court later permanently enjoined it.
How to Frame the Conversation
Simple talking points that keep meetings persuasive and disciplined.
🕌 Clarify the term: Sharia broadly refers to religious guidance in daily life, like prayer, fasting, charity, and ethics.
⚖️ Stress the point: These practices are voluntary and operate within U.S. civil law, not as a parallel legal system.
🇺🇸 Center values: Muslim Americans are full participants in civic life and deserve equal constitutional protection.
🤝 Build common ground: Laws targeting one faith undermine religious liberty protections for every faith community.
📣 Return to the ask: Please sign the Dear Colleague letter and oppose these bills.
Why Signing the Letter Matters
Use these points in follow-up emails or leave-behind materials.
Helps Block Harmful Momentum
Signals opposition before anti-Muslim proposals advance further.
Affirms Religious Freedom
Reinforces that Congress should not legitimize discrimination against any faith.
Protects Equal Citizenship
Shows Muslim Americans are entitled to the same constitutional protections as everyone else.
Helpful Resource for Delegates
Use this as a reference if staff ask questions about Islamic practice in daily life.
Attachment Reference
CAIR Memo: “Sharia in American Life”
The fact sheet recommends this memo as a helpful background resource for questions about
Islamic practices and civic engagement.
📎 Use it for: clarifying common misconceptions during or after meetings
📝 Best practice: include it with follow-up materials if your team is sharing attachments