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H.Res. 1251 · Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish-American community.
Introduced Apr 30, 2026 · Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
What does this mean?

This resolution is essentially Congress going on record to speak out against antisemitism and encourage others—politicians, religious leaders, and community figures—to do the same. It also formally recognizes and thanks Jewish-American members of the military for their service, and expresses Congress's commitment to making sure Jewish Americans (and everyone else) can practice their religion safely, without fear of attack. Since it's a resolution rather than a law, it doesn't create any new rules, spend any money, or require anyone to take specific action—it's a statement of values and intent rather than something that changes what people can or must do.

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Bill Lifecycle
Real action history from Congress.gov — where this bill is in the process, and every recorded step along the way.
Referred to Committee
Apr 30, 2026
Passed House
May 13, 2026
Full action history (10)
Apr 30, 2026Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Armed Services, 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 committee concerned.
Apr 30, 2026Submitted in House
May 12, 2026At the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.
May 12, 2026DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H. Res. 1251.
May 12, 2026Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H3359-33362; text: CR H3359-3360)
May 12, 2026Mr. Knott moved to suspend the rules and agree to the resolution.
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