HOUSE RESOLUTION NO. 100
(By Delegates Sobonya, Stevens and Howard)
Recognizing and commemorating the right to the freedom to express
religious beliefs that is granted by both the United States
Constitution and the West Virginia Constitution.
Whereas, The First Amendment to the United States Constitution
allows for the free worship in the manner that each citizen
chooses, the freedom to speak to any issue, and the freedom to
assemble peacefully; and
Whereas, Article III, Section XV of the Constitution of West
Virginia asserts that no citizen shall be compelled to worship or
be persecuted for any expression of faith either public or private,
or in their place of employment; and
Whereas, Citizens of the State of West Virginia participate in
numerous faiths and services; and
Whereas, The right to the free expression of faith is central
to the pursuit of happiness; and
Whereas, Among the first immigrants to this country were those
fleeing religious oppression; and
Whereas, Members of all faiths are welcome to practice the
religion of their choice; and
Whereas, The diversity of faiths is among the most important
characteristics of our nation and state; and
Whereas, Those liberties outlined in the First Amendment to the
United States Constitution and the Constitution of the great State
of West Virginia are essential to the grace of our great nation;
therefore, be it
Resolved By the House of Delegates:
That the House of Delegates recognizes and commemorates the
right to the freedom to express religious beliefs.
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