Overview

• On June 2, the National Assembly voted unanimously in first reading to elevate Alfred Dreyfus’s rank, with all deputies present supporting the measure.
• Sponsored by former Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, the bill seeks to honor Dreyfus’s service and acknowledge his wrongful 1894 conviction for treason.
• The proposal now moves to the Sénat, where a debate date is yet to be scheduled before final approval.
• Backers describe the measure as an act of reparation that reinforces the Republic’s commitment to justice and resistance to antisemitism.
• Lawmakers say the promotion carries added urgency after a surge in antisemitic incidents in France since October 2023.