#2021-1109Reinforcing Respect for the Principles of the Republic Act
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This law reinforces the principles of secularism, equality, and neutrality in the provision of public services in France. It sets obligations for organizations and their employees involved in public service delivery to refrain from expressing political or religious opinions and to treat all individuals equally. Additionally, it introduces requirements for public agents to swear an oath to uphold these principles, establishes roles such as 'referent for secularism' within public organizations, and enforces contractual obligations for associations seeking public funding to adhere to republican values.
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Key Changes
- Mandates public service entities to uphold secularism and neutrality.
- Introduces oaths for public officials to affirm commitment to republican principles.
- Requires associations receiving public funds to commit to republican values.
Obligations
What this law requires
Public service organizations must ensure employees and subordinates refrain from expressing political or religious opinions when executing public services
Public service organizations must treat all service users equally and respect their freedom of conscience and dignity
Public procurement contract holders must communicate all subcontracting or sub-concession contracts to the contracting authority that affect public service mission execution
National police, gendarmerie, municipal police, and prison administration agents must take a solemn oath to serve the Republic with dignity and loyalty before assuming office
All civil servants must receive training on the principle of secularism (laïcité)