This Senate resolution describes the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas, saying Hamas invaded more than 20 communities in Israel, killed more than 1,200 people, injured more than 4,000 people, and kidnapped more than 250 hostages. The resolution condemns Hamas for those attacks and condemns antisemitic attacks in the United States, naming several victims. It reaffirms a commitment to protecting the rights of all people to assemble peacefully and practice their faith without fear. The resolution also condemns hateful language that makes general claims about all Jewish people, links Jewish people to the actions of the Israeli government, or accuses Jewish people of harboring genocidal intent. Finally, it urges elected officials, community leaders, and civil society to speak out against antisemitism.
This resolution is a formal statement by the Senate expressing condemnation of the October 7 attacks and of antisemitic hatred and incidents. It emphasizes protection for peaceful assembly and religious practice and asks leaders to speak out. No publicly available information on legal or spending effects.
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The resolution reflects the view, shown in the text, that condemning the October 7 attacks and rising antisemitic threats is necessary, that Jewish communities should be respected and protected, and that leaders should speak out against hateful actions and language.
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