This legislative bill, introduced in Minnesota, acknowledges January 16th as "Religious Freedom Day." It commemorates the Virginia Statute for Religious Freedom, written by Thomas Jefferson and championed by James Madison, which influenced the U.S. Constitution’s approach to religion and government. The bill emphasizes that religious freedom is a fundamental American right, essential to democracy, and should apply to everyone, regardless of their religious beliefs or lack thereof. It declares a commitment to celebrate the diverse beliefs of Minnesotans and to protect everyone's right to practice their religion without interference.