Examining Congressional Efforts to Ban Sharia Law: Current Proposals and Their Outlook

In recent months, a handful of Republican lawmakers in the U.S. Congress have introduced bills aimed at explicitly banning the application or influence of Sharia Law in American legal and immigration systems. These proposals, framed as defenses of constitutional rights and national sovereignty, reflect ongoing debates about religious freedom, foreign legal influences, and cultural integration. Here's a breakdown of the key bills under consideration in the 119th Congress:

• The No Shari'a Act (H.R. 5512), sponsored by Rep. Randy Fine (R-FL), seeks to prevent U.S. courts from recognizing any Sharia-based rulings or contracts that conflict with the Constitution. Backed by 21 Republican cosponsors from states like Texas, Florida, and Arizona, it emphasizes protecting areas such as family law from foreign influences.

• The Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act (H.R. 5722), led by Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX), focuses on immigration, barring entry to individuals who adhere to Sharia in ways deemed incompatible with U.S. law and allowing for deportations or visa revocations. It stands alone without cosponsors in the House but has a Senate companion (S. 3009) from Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL).

Both bills have Senate counterparts introduced by Republican senators, signaling some coordinated effort within the party. However, all remain stalled in committee without any hearings, amendments, or votes as of late December 2025.

No Shari'a Act (H.R. 5512)

• Description: This bill seeks to prohibit U.S. courts from enforcing any judgments, decrees, contracts, or arbitration decisions based on Sharia law or any foreign legal system that violates constitutional rights. It specifically invalidates contract provisions relying on such laws if they infringe on U.S. constitutional protections and bars the application of foreign laws in areas like marriage, divorce, custody, adoption, or inheritance if inconsistent with American law.

• Sponsor: Rep. Randy Fine (Republican, Florida's 6th District).

• Political Party of Sponsor: Republican.

• Cosponsors: 21 additional Republicans, including Rep. Keith Self (R-TX-3, original cosponsor on 09/19/2025), Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX-21, 09/23/2025), Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX-26, 09/26/2025), Rep. Mark B. Messmer (R-IN-8, 09/26/2025), Rep. John J. McGuire (R-VA-5, 09/26/2025), Rep. Burgess Owens (R-UT-4, 09/26/2025), Rep. Barry Moore (R-AL-1, 09/26/2025), Rep. Cory Mills (R-FL-7, 09/26/2025), Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL-1, 09/26/2025), Rep. Abraham J. Hamadeh (R-AZ-8, 09/30/2025), Rep. David J. Taylor (R-OH-2, 10/03/2025), Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ-5, 10/03/2025), Rep. Troy E. Nehls (R-TX-22, 10/08/2025), Rep. Michelle Fischbach (R-MN-7, 10/08/2025), Rep. Mike Haridopolos (R-FL-8, 10/14/2025), Rep. Sheri Biggs (R-SC-3, 10/17/2025), Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-TX-24, 10/17/2025), Rep. Mark Harris (R-NC-8, 10/17/2025), Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH-8, 10/21/2025), Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD-1, 10/28/2025), and Rep. Diana Harshbarger (R-TN-1, 11/04/2025).

• Party Voting: No votes have been taken on this bill, so no party breakdowns or percentages are available.

• Status: Introduced on September 19, 2025, and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. No further actions have been recorded as of December 29, 2025.

• Senate Companion: A companion bill was introduced in the Senate by Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and John Cornyn (R-TX) around October 15-16, 2025. The exact Senate bill number (e.g., S. ll in draft form) is not publicly listed in searches, but it mirrors the House version in prohibiting the application of Sharia where it violates constitutional rights.

Preserving a Sharia-Free America Act (H.R. 5722)

• Description: This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to prohibit the entry, admission, or granting of immigration benefits to aliens who adhere to or advocate for Sharia law in ways incompatible with the U.S. Constitution. It also allows for the revocation of visas or benefits if false statements about Sharia adherence are made and prevents courts from overturning agency decisions deeming Sharia adherents removable.

• Sponsor: Rep. Chip Roy (Republican, Texas's 21st District).

• Political Party of Sponsor: Republican.

• Cosponsors: None.

• Party Voting: No votes have been taken on this bill, so no party breakdowns or percentages are available.

• Status: Introduced on October 8, 2025, and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. No further actions have been recorded as of December 29, 2025.

• Senate Companion: S. 3009, introduced by Sen. Tommy Tuberville (Republican, Alabama) on October 15, 2025, as a companion bill. It has been referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary with no further actions or votes recorded.

CONCLUSION: These proposals do not appear to be a high priority for passage in Congress.

With no bipartisan support, no movement beyond initial referrals to the Judiciary Committee, and historical precedents showing similar anti-Sharia efforts failing at the federal level (often due to constitutional concerns over religious discrimination), they seem more symbolic than actionable. Unless momentum builds in the new year—perhaps tied to broader immigration or cultural policy debates—their chances of advancing remain low.