"Since Myanmar?s opening in 2011, the country has seen a rise in Burman-Buddhist nationalism. Monk-led groups such as ?969? and the Organization for Protection of Race and Religion (?MaBaTha?) and their messages of religious chauvinism enjoy strong popular support. Islam and its followers are particular targets. In addition to sporadic outbreaks of mob violence, this nationalist sentiment has expressed itself in calls for laws to promote and protect Buddhism. This paper provides an overview of the current status of this draft legislation. It looks at origins of the bills currently before the legislature, a summary of their key provisions, the likely next steps and their political implications. It also discusses the recent moves to disenfranchise over a million Temporary Registration Card holders ? most of whom are Muslim, and many of whom are in Rakhine State..."