Censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib and condemning antisemitism.

12/15/2023, 3:52 PM

This resolution censures Representative Rashida Tlaib. The resolution also condemns all forms of anti-Semitism as a threat to democracy and overall safety and well-being for Jewish Americans.

Bill 118 H.Res. 841 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that seeks to censure Representative Rashida Tlaib and condemn antisemitism. The resolution specifically calls out Representative Tlaib for her controversial statements regarding Israel and the Jewish people. It accuses her of promoting harmful stereotypes and perpetuating antisemitic tropes.

The resolution argues that Representative Tlaib's comments have contributed to a hostile environment for Jewish Americans and have fueled hatred and discrimination against them. It calls on her to publicly apologize for her remarks and to take steps to educate herself on the history and impact of antisemitism.

The resolution also reaffirms the United States' commitment to combating antisemitism in all its forms and condemns any form of discrimination or prejudice based on religion or ethnicity. It emphasizes the importance of promoting tolerance, understanding, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their background. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 841 is a response to Representative Tlaib's controversial statements and aims to hold her accountable for promoting antisemitism. It underscores the need for lawmakers to be mindful of their language and to avoid perpetuating harmful stereotypes that can lead to discrimination and division within society.
Congress
118

Number
HRES - 841

Introduced on
2023-11-02

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

11/2/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution censures Representative Rashida Tlaib. The resolution also condemns all forms of anti-Semitism as a threat to democracy and overall safety and well-being for Jewish Americans.

Bill 118 H.Res. 841 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress that seeks to censure Representative Rashida Tlaib and condemn antisemitism. The resolution specifically calls out Representative Tlaib for her controversial statements regarding Israel and the Jewish people. It accuses her of promoting harmful stereotypes and perpetuating antisemitic tropes.

The resolution argues that Representative Tlaib's comments have contributed to a hostile environment for Jewish Americans and have fueled hatred and discrimination against them. It calls on her to publicly apologize for her remarks and to take steps to educate herself on the history and impact of antisemitism.

The resolution also reaffirms the United States' commitment to combating antisemitism in all its forms and condemns any form of discrimination or prejudice based on religion or ethnicity. It emphasizes the importance of promoting tolerance, understanding, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their background. Overall, Bill 118 H.Res. 841 is a response to Representative Tlaib's controversial statements and aims to hold her accountable for promoting antisemitism. It underscores the need for lawmakers to be mindful of their language and to avoid perpetuating harmful stereotypes that can lead to discrimination and division within society.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedCensuring Representative Rashida Tlaib and condemning antisemitism.

Policy Areas
Congress

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Latest Summary12/20/2024

This resolution censures Representative Rashida Tlaib. The resolution also condemns all forms of anti-Semitism as a threat to democracy and overall safety and well-being for Jewish Americans.


Latest Action11/2/2023
Referred to the Committee on Ethics, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction...