Texas: (RightNow) Texas Governor Greg Abbott has labeled ablution facilities at DFW and Houston airports as religious discrimination, ordering a review of state grants. The governor has also referred the matter to the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Governor Abbott’s office announced that state grants will be reviewed to determine whether current grants should be revoked or future funding withheld.

The governor states that providing specific religious facilities in public installations constitutes discrimination. DFW Airport is planning ablution facilities, while Houston Airport already has them.

Governor Abbott has written to the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, requesting an immediate review and necessary corrective or legal actions. He emphasizes that both airports receive federal funds, thus must comply with anti-discrimination laws.

It is noteworthy that following the governor’s action, attention has shifted to the potential response from the Department of Transportation. This issue could spark legal and political debate.