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California Enacts Buffer Zones Around Houses of Worship

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs bill to create safe spaces around synagogues | TOC News editorial image
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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill creating 100-foot buffer zones around houses of worship, following a violent anti-Israel protest at an LA synagogue, with endorsement from various religious groups except the Council on American-Islamic Relations.

What happened

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill creating a 100-foot buffer zone around all houses of worship in the state. The move comes after a violent anti-Israel protest at a Los Angeles synagogue.

The new law aims to provide a safe space for worshippers and has received endorsement from various religious groups, including Muslim, Sikh, Christian, and Hindu organizations.

However, the Council on American-Islamic Relations has expressed opposition to the bill.

Sources

Times of Israel

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