Tanzin v. Tanvir

The case asks whether the Religious Freedom Restoration Act lets people seek money damages from individual federal employees. It grew out of claims by Muslim men who said FBI agents put them on the No Fly List after they refused to act as informants.

The case is still pending, and oral argument has not been scheduled. The key fight is whether RFRA's remedies language covers money damages claims against federal officials as individuals.

The answer could shape what remedies are available when people say federal officials violated their religious rights. For example, it could affect whether someone who says an agent pressured or punished them for their faith can seek compensation.

The next milestone is a scheduling move from the Supreme Court, such as setting oral argument. No decision window is available yet.

The Court is considering whether RFRA lets plaintiffs seek money damages from individual federal employees. The claims stem from alleged pressure tied to the No Fly List.

It could determine whether people have a financial remedy when they say federal officials burdened their religious exercise. That may affect deterrence and accountability.

Watch for the Court to schedule oral argument or make another calendar move. Until then, there is no set timeline for a Supreme Court decision.