Summary
Oregon Department of Human Services denied single mother Jessica Bates’ application to adopt siblings from foster care because of her religious beliefs.
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Appellate Court
1/18/2024
Appellate Court
1/18/2024
Appellate Court
1/18/2024
Appellate Court
1/16/2024
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Jonathan Scruggs
Senior Counsel, Vice President of Litigation Strategy & Center for Conscience Initiatives
Jonathan Scruggs serves as senior counsel and vice president of litigation strategy and the Center for Conscience Initiatives with Alliance Defending Freedom.
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Johannes Widmalm-Delphonse
Legal Counsel
Johannes Widmalm-Delphonse serves as legal counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, where he is a member of the Center for Conscience Initiatives.