The bill would amend state law to require clergy to report instances of child abuse with no exemption for instances where the ...

The state senator who introduced the measure says she cannot ‘stomach any argument about religious freedom being more ...

A proposed law in Washington state would require priests to violate Catholic Church law by breaking the seal of confession.

Spokane Bishop Thomas Daly is urging Catholic voters in Washington state to oppose a proposed law that would order priests to violate the seal of confession in cases where child abuse is revealed ...

Currently those in professions like teaching, childcare, and law enforcement are listed as “mandatory” reporters.

Senate Bill 5375 would require priests and other clergy to report child abuse and neglect. Washington State Senator Noel ...

A group of Democratic lawmakers in Montana has introduced a bill that would require Catholic priests to disclose confessions related to serious crimes, challenging the church’s long-standing tradition ...

The sacramental seal of confession in the Catholic Church strictly prohibits priests from sharing anything a penitent says during the sacrament of reconciliation. (photo: asiandelight ...

A push to require clergy to report child abuse is back. This time, Democratic lawmakers might not be willing to compromise on ...