华盛顿州的新法律 要求神职人员报告虐待儿童事件 引发了第一修正案的辩论 Washington State's new law mandating clergy to report child abuse sparks First Amendment debate.

华盛顿州颁布了一项新的法律,要求神职人员报告虐待儿童的行为,即使在供认期间披露,也会导致法律上的挑战。 Washington State has enacted a new law requiring clergy to report child abuse, even if disclosed during confession, leading to a legal challenge. 美国司法部正在进行调查,辩称法律可能违反第一修正案。 The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating, arguing the law may violate the First Amendment. 包括虐待幸存者在内的支持者说,这对儿童保护至关重要,而反对者,包括天主教会,则认为这侵犯了宗教自由。 Supporters, including abuse survivors, say it's vital for child protection, while opponents, including the Catholic Church, argue it breaches religious freedom.