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DemocratBill · H.Res. 1251· House(119-HRES-1251)

Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish-American community.

Rep. Wasserman Schultz
Age: 60 years
Florida
Introduced
4/30/2026
Last activity
5/13/2026 — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Sponsored by
Debbie Wasserman Schultz
Cosponsors
Democrat - 8Republican - 3
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
  1. Introduced
  2. Adopted by the House

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution highlights the history and contributions of the Jewish-American community to the United States. It traces the recognition of Jewish American Heritage Month from its origins in 1980 to recent presidential proclamations. The text notes the military service of Jewish Americans, including those who received the Medal of Honor, and the historical support for religious freedom. It also addresses the rising frequency of antisemitic incidents and the resulting concerns regarding safety. Finally, the resolution calls for actions to condemn antisemitism and protect the dignity of Jewish Americans.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?+5

    The resolution commits to ensuring all Americans, including Jewish Americans, can worship without fear of violence or persecution.

  • Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+2

    The resolution specifically honors the contributions of Jewish-American servicemembers who served in the military.

  • Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated?+1

    The resolution addresses the targeting of Jewish Americans through rising antisemitic incidents.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.

What Congress actually voted on

One recorded vote has been taken on this bill.

  • The House: a fast-track vote, needing two-thirds to passPassed 419–0

    The House sets aside its normal procedure to move quickly: no amendments, little debate, and a two-thirds bar instead of a simple majority. It is used for measures expected to be uncontroversial, so a bill that fails here failed despite broad expectations that it would not.

    05/13/2026 · Roll call 166 · recorded as “On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree”