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The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 expands the scope of anti-discrimination laws by clarifying that when any part of an organization receives federal financial assistance, all of its operations must comply with civil rights laws. This applies to state and local governments, educational institutions, and certain private organizations. However, entities controlled by religious organizations are exempt. The Act also specifies that it does not mandate or forbid abortion services, nor does it penalize anyone for seeking or receiving legal abortion services. Additionally, it amends the Rehabilitation Act to clarify that its employment anti-discrimination provisions do not apply to individuals with contagious diseases if they pose a direct threat to others or cannot perform job duties.