This Regulation respects and does not prejudice the status under existing constitutional law of churches and religious associations or communities in the Member States, as recognised in Article 17 TFEU.
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Why Recital 165 Matters for GDPR Compliance?
Recital 165 confirms that GDPR does not interfere with the legal status of churches and religious associations as defined by Member State laws. It respects existing constitutional arrangements and ensures that religious organizations can continue operating under their established legal frameworks while still observing applicable data protection principles.