Miller-Meeks, Wasserman Schultz, Salazar, Gottheimer, Miller, Moskowitz Introduce the Commission to Study Acts of Antisemitism in the United States Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representatives Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), María Elvira Salazar (FL-27), Josh Gottheimer (NJ-05), Max Miller (OH-07), and Jared Moskowitz (FL-23) introduced the bipartisan Commission to Study Acts of Antisemitism in the United States Act, legislation that addresses the uptick of antisemitism in the United States, establishes a commission to investigate the causes of antisemitism, evaluates the evidence and circumstances, and reports the findings and recommendations to the President and Congress.
“With the rise in antisemitic violence and brazen attacks on our Jewish communities in the United States, it is important, now more than ever, that we find the cause of these alarming acts of antisemitism and work to protect our communities and religious institutions,” said Miller-Meeks. “I am proud to introduce this legislation that would establish a commission to study the circumstances surrounding the uptick in heinous acts of antisemitism and work to find solutions to keep our communities safe.”
“Before Oct. 7th, antisemitism was on a sharp rise, but now we’ve seen it skyrocket, especially online,” said Wasserman Schultz. “This bipartisan, bicameral inquiry, which is supported by Jewish civil society leaders and experts, will complement the implementation of President Biden's first-ever National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism and inform key policy decisions in combatting this disturbing trend.”
“Since the brutal Hamas terrorist attack of innocent Israeli civilians on October 7, 2023, antisemitism has risen by an alarming rate of nearly 400% in the U.S.” said Salazar. “The U.S. must identify and report these acts of hate against the Jewish community to put an end to it immediately.”
“Since Hamas’ heinous terrorist attack on Israel, there has been an explosion of antisemitism, violence, and intimidation at home and around the world — especially on our college campuses. As the only Jewish member of the New Jersey congressional delegation, I’m full of grief, anger, and disgust following the darkest day in Jewish history since the Holocaust,” said Gottheimer. “I’m proud to help lead this critical bipartisan, bicameral legislation to confront antisemitism wherever it rears its ugly head. We have an obligation to teach future generations about this evil and protect Jewish students from violence and the virulent impact of all hate.”
“Since the October 7th attacks on Israel, the world has seen a drastic increase in antisemitism that has brought fear to the lives of Jews across this country,” said Miller. “We must do everything in our power to combat this hatred.”
Read the full text of the bill here.
Bill cosponsors at the time of introduction include: Reps. Lance Gooden (TX-05), Anthony D’Esposito (NY-04), Guy Reschenthaler (PA-14), Troy Balderson (OH-12), Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), Joe Wilson (SC-02), Randy Feenstra (IA-04), Mark Amodei (NV-02), Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02), Tracey Mann (KS-01), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), John Rose (TN-06), Vern Buchanan (FL-16), Thomas Kean, Jr. (NJ-07), Michael Guest (MS-03), Rudy Yakym (IN-02), Brad Schneider (IL-10)
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