Prohibit the shutdown of churches or places of worship

HB 4680 prohibits state emergency orders from restricting religious gatherings, travel to places of worship, or imposing penalties on religious institutions during a declared state of emergency. It directly affects churches and religious organizations by ensuring their services cannot be shut down under emergency powers. The bill creates a legal right for religious institutions to sue if harmed by violations, with a two-year deadline to file claims for damages, attorney fees, and other relief. It applies immediately upon passage and requires the governor's emergency orders to comply with these protections.