A new report found that Alabama and Kansas lead the nation as the most “faith-friendly,” while Michigan and Washington rank among the lowest in protecting freedoms for religious nonprofits. Napa Legal Institute’s “Faith & Freedom Index,” now in its third edition, examined 15 factors in state laws that affect faith-based nonprofits and their ability to operate. The report looked at regulatory burdens, including charitable registration laws, as well as religious freedom protections in employment