Provisions
VII.3 of 1822 • Religious toleration.
APPROVED
The Text
The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, with-out discrimination or preference, shall forever be allowed in this state, to all mankind; but the liberty of conscience hereby secured shall not be so construed as to excuse acts of licentiousness, or justify practices inconsistent with the peace or safety of this state.
A Few Facts
• Joined the Constitution in 1822
• In Article VII:
• Has 54 words
• Was proposed by the Constitutional Convention
• Went to NYS voters as proposed amendment 1 of 1822
• Changed the text of a previously existing provision
• Amends or builds on:
◦ 1777-XXXVIII
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