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SCOTUS to Hear Colorado Catholic Preschool Funding Case

8/12/2026

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The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Nov. 3, 2026 about Colorado’s law that mandates Catholic preschools enroll children of same-sex couples to receive state preschool funding.
Catholic parishes and parents say the rule forces them to choose between opposing same-sex marriage and accepting public money.
A decision expected by next summer comes from one of seven November disputes that also cover visa fines and damages claims against officials.

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The U.S. Supreme Court will hear arguments on Nov. 3, 2026 about Colorado’s law that mandates Catholic preschools enroll children of same-sex couples to receive state preschool funding.
Catholic parishes and parents say the rule forces them to choose between opposing same-sex marriage and accepting public money.
A decision expected by next summer comes from one of seven November disputes that also cover visa fines and damages claims against officials.