U.S. House Passes H.R. 6090, Antisemitism Awareness Act with Bipartisan Support

May 1, 2024, 08:00 PM

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Antisemitism Awareness Act, H.R. 6090, aimed at combating antisemitism on college campuses. The bill, which received bipartisan support, provides the Department of Education with a clear definition of antisemitism, based on the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's framework, and resources to investigate and address antisemitic incidents. Rep. Mike Lawler urged his colleagues to support the bill, and the House debated the measure before voting. Rep. Desposito co-sponsored and voted in favor, and Rep. Burgess Owens also supported the bill, emphasizing the need to tackle antisemitic hate effectively.