The proposed bill, titled the "No Shari'a Act," aims to restrict the application of Shari'a and other foreign laws within the state of Florida. It establishes a new section in the Florida Statutes, defining "foreign law, legal code, or system" as any legal framework from outside the United States, including those from international organizations. The bill declares that any court ruling, arbitration decision, or contractual provision that incorporates Shari'a or foreign laws that infringe upon fundamental rights guaranteed by the U.S. and Florida Constitutions is void and unenforceable. It also clarifies that the act does not affect existing Florida Supreme Court precedents, ecclesiastical matters, or entities that voluntarily choose to adhere to foreign laws.
Additionally, the bill amends existing law regarding the transfer of civil actions, prohibiting such transfers if they would lead to the application of Shari'a or foreign laws that violate constitutional rights. The effective date for this legislation is set for July 1, 2026.
Statutes affected: H 119 Filed: 47.122