Denouncing the rise of Islamophobia and antisemitism across the country.

4/28/2024, 4:05 AM

This resolution recognizes that everyone has the freedom to express their race, ethnicity, and religion in whatever way they believe and that the increase in hate crimes, Islamophobia, and antisemitism is unacceptable and cannot be tolerated.

Bill 118 HRES 1114, also known as the Denouncing the rise of Islamophobia and antisemitism across the country, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to address the increasing incidents of discrimination and hate crimes targeting Muslim and Jewish communities in the United States.

The resolution condemns all forms of Islamophobia and antisemitism, recognizing the harmful impact these prejudices have on individuals and communities. It calls on government officials, law enforcement agencies, and community leaders to take proactive measures to combat hate speech and violence directed towards Muslims and Jews.

Additionally, the resolution emphasizes the importance of promoting religious tolerance and understanding among all Americans. It urges educational institutions to incorporate lessons on religious diversity and cultural sensitivity into their curricula, in order to foster a more inclusive and respectful society. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1114 seeks to raise awareness about the dangers of Islamophobia and antisemitism, and to encourage unity and solidarity among all Americans in the fight against discrimination and bigotry.
Congress
118
Number
HRES - 1114
Introduced on
2024-04-05
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5
Cosponsors
+5

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Purpose and Summary

This resolution recognizes that everyone has the freedom to express their race, ethnicity, and religion in whatever way they believe and that the increase in hate crimes, Islamophobia, and antisemitism is unacceptable and cannot be tolerated.

Bill 118 HRES 1114, also known as the Denouncing the rise of Islamophobia and antisemitism across the country, is a resolution introduced in the US Congress to address the increasing incidents of discrimination and hate crimes targeting Muslim and Jewish communities in the United States.

The resolution condemns all forms of Islamophobia and antisemitism, recognizing the harmful impact these prejudices have on individuals and communities. It calls on government officials, law enforcement agencies, and community leaders to take proactive measures to combat hate speech and violence directed towards Muslims and Jews.

Additionally, the resolution emphasizes the importance of promoting religious tolerance and understanding among all Americans. It urges educational institutions to incorporate lessons on religious diversity and cultural sensitivity into their curricula, in order to foster a more inclusive and respectful society. Overall, Bill 118 HRES 1114 seeks to raise awareness about the dangers of Islamophobia and antisemitism, and to encourage unity and solidarity among all Americans in the fight against discrimination and bigotry.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedDenouncing the rise of Islamophobia and antisemitism across the country.
Policy Areas
Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

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Latest Summary11/18/2024

This resolution recognizes that everyone has the freedom to express their race, ethnicity, and religion in whatever way they believe and that the increase in hate crimes, Islamophobia, and antisemitism is unacceptable and cannot be tolerated.

Latest Action4/5/2024
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the c...