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Antisemitism Awareness Act: Protecting Against Discrimination in Education

This act aims to strengthen protections against discrimination targeting Jewish individuals in schools and universities by adopting a specific definition of antisemitism. This provides clear guidelines for educational institutions to identify and combat antisemitic acts, enhancing safety and equal treatment for students.
Key points
Adopts the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism for federal anti-discrimination laws in education.
Facilitates the identification and combatting of discrimination against Jewish individuals in educational settings, ensuring consistent standards.
Does not diminish rights protected under the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, such as freedom of speech.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-05-01
For 320
Against 91
Abstain 0
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Status:
Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6090
Sponsor: Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17]
Process start date: 2023-10-26
Voting date: 2024-05-01
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 172
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6090.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Adopts the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism for federal anti-discrimination laws in education.
  • Facilitates the identification and combatting of discrimination against Jewish individuals in educational settings, ensuring consistent standards.
  • Does not diminish rights protected under the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, such as freedom of speech.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lawler, Michael [R-NY-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 320 - 91 (Roll no. 172). (text: CR H2790-2791)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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