Supporters of a bill that would change the state's religious-protection law say it would strengthen Arizonans' ability to defend their "practice or observance of religion."
But critics of the legislation, particularly in the gay and transgender community, say it's so broadly worded that it could have dangerous implications, particularly in providing a legal defense for those who ignore state law or city ordinances meant to protect groups such as same-sex couples and transgender individuals from discrimination.
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