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S.Res. 738

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A resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism.
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Passed
Latest Action · May 19, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2351; text: CR S2379-2380)
Congress
119th (2025–2027)
Introduced
May 19, 2026
Cosponsors (20)
14D 6R
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This Senate resolution formally recognizes May 2026 as Jewish American Heritage Month, honoring the more than 350-year history of Jewish contributions to American society, culture, business, science, and the military. It highlights the achievements and sacrifices of Jewish Americans, including 18 Medal of Honor recipients, while also addressing the sharp rise in antisemitism since the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel, citing incidents such as the 2025 shooting of Israeli embassy staff in Washington, D.C. and a firebombing attack in Boulder, Colorado. The resolution calls on elected officials, faith leaders, and civil society figures to condemn antisemitism, educate the public about Jewish American history and contributions, and take steps to protect the safety and dignity of Jewish Americans at work, school, houses of worship, and in daily life. It does not create new programs or allocate funding, but serves as a formal statement of congressional support and a call to action against antisemitism. The resolution applies broadly to public officials, community leaders, and institutions across the country, with no specific implementation deadline beyond its symbolic designation of May as the observance month.

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