(a)  In general

Government shall not substantially burden a person’s exercise of religion even if the burden results from a rule of general applicability, except as provided in subsection (b).

(b)  Exception

Government may substantially burden a person’s exercise of religion only if it demonstrates that application of the burden to the person⁠—

(1)  is in furtherance of a compelling governmental interest; and

(2)  is the least restrictive means of furthering that compelling governmental interest.

(c)  Judicial relief

A person whose religious exercise has been burdened in violation of this section may assert that violation as a claim or defense in a judicial proceeding and obtain appropriate relief against a government. Standing to assert a claim or defense under this section shall be governed by the general rules of standing under article III of the Constitution.