Defining Antisemitism for Civil Rights Enforcement
This act establishes a uniform definition of antisemitism, based on the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) standard, for use in federal civil and criminal cases. Its goal is to combat discrimination and hatred against Jewish individuals by providing consistent tools for courts and government agencies. Citizens can expect a more consistent approach to reported antisemitic incidents.
Key points
Establishes a uniform definition of antisemitism for federal civil and criminal actions, aiming to improve the prosecution of hate crimes.
Federal agencies must include this definition in their anti-discrimination training and educational materials.
Federal courts will be required to include this definition in jury instructions for cases involving antisemitism.
The act does not expand federal agency authority or infringe upon First Amendment rights.
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