Number: 98-65 Title: The Law of Church and State: Developments in the Supreme Court Since 1980 Authors: David M. Ackerman, American Law Division Abstract: This report summarizes the doctrinal debates and shifts on the religion clauses that have occurred on the Supreme Court since 1980. It summarizes and examines as well the legal effect of the 59 decisions the Court has handed down concerning church and state since 1980. Pages: 92 Date: Updated August 15, 2002