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flag Catholic bishops sue over new law requiring priests to report child abuse learned in confession, citing religious freedom.

flag Catholic bishops in Washington state have sued over a new law requiring priests to report child abuse learned during confession, facing up to a year in jail and a $5,000 fine for non-compliance. flag They argue the law violates religious freedom under the First Amendment. flag The lawsuit, supported by legal groups, contends the law unfairly targets clergy by denying them the "privileged communication" exemption given to other professionals. flag The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating the law as a potential "anti-Catholic" measure.

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