U.S. Congress Introduces Comprehensive Legislation to Combat Antisemitism

The bipartisan bill aims to establish a National Coordinator to Counter Antisemitism and enhance federal efforts to address rising antisemitic incidents.

Bipartisan group of lawmakers introduces the Countering Antisemitism Act, proposing the creation of a National Coordinator to Counter Antisemitism.
The legislation calls for a whole-of-government approach to tackle antisemitism, including an interagency task force and a focus on online hate.
May would be designated as Jewish American Heritage Month, and educational initiatives on antisemitism would be expanded.
Major Jewish organizations, including the ADL and AJC, have endorsed the bill, describing it as the most comprehensive of its kind.
The bill responds to a significant increase in antisemitic incidents in the U.S., particularly following the October 7 terror attack on Israel.