U.S. District Judge John deGravelles stated that the law was 'coercive,' unconstitutionally pressuring students to observe or venerate a scripture from a favored religion.
The judge rejected the state's argument that the Ten Commandments could be displayed due to its historical significance, emphasizing the separation of church and state.
In response to the ruling, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill expressed intent to appeal immediately, emphasizing urgency due to the law's approaching implementation deadline.
A coalition of civil liberty groups and diverse families sued, claiming the law H.B. 71 violates First Amendment rights by favoring Christianity over other religions.
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