The new rule comes after a controversy in September surrounding Bible verses displayed on the back of county-issued youth soccer jerseys. According to a parent, the team's coach had gotten approval from parents to add a Bible verse to the back of the players' jerseys. The team was later told by county officials that they would not be able to play for the rest of the season if they wore the customized jerseys, citing First Amendment concerns.

The situation prompted a policy review of "the County's legal obligations in local government-sponsored programs" later in the month.

On Tuesday, officials shared their final decision.

"As part of the policy, no alterations or modifications will be allowed to the County-owned uniforms issued to all participants, except for the addition of a particip

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