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NJ ACR67

NJ ACR67
Condemns all forms of anti-Semitism and rejects attempts to justify anti-Jewish hatred.

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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2024-2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This resolution condemns all forms of anti-Semitism and rejects attempts to justify anti-Jewish hatred. Throughout the last decade, there has been clear evidence of increasing incidents and expressions of anti-Semitism throughout the world. More recently, in a 2018 report, the Anti-Defamation League noted that in 2018 there were 1,879 anti-Semitic incidents against Jews and Jewish institutions, which included the deadliest attack on Jewish persons in American history on October 27, 2018 at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where 11 worshippers were killed. In 2018, a report showed New Jersey ranked third in the nation in anti-Semitic incidents with 200 anti-Semitic incidents reported. In 2019, the Federal Bureau of Investigation reported an increase in hate crimes against Jews or Jewish institutions and found that attacks against Jews or Jewish institutions made up 60.3 percent of all religious-based hate crimes. There is an urgent need to ensure the safety and security of Jewish communities, and synagogues, schools, cemeteries, and other institutions. Anti-Semitism is the centuries-old bigotry and form of racism faced by Jewish people simply because they are Jews. Anti-Semitism is a challenge to the basic principles of tolerance, pluralism, and democracy and the shared values that bind Americans together. The First Amendment to the Constitution established the United States as a country committed to the principles of tolerance and religious freedom, and the Fourteenth Amendment established equal protection of the laws as the heart of justice in the United States. Adherence to these principles is vital to the progress of the American people and the diverse communities and religious groups of the State of New Jersey. The New Jersey Legislature unequivocally condemns all forms of anti-Semitism and rejects attempts in this State, the United States, and throughout the world to justify anti-Jewish hatred.

AI Summary

This resolution condemns anti-Semitism by acknowledging the persistent and growing threat of hatred and discrimination against Jewish people in New Jersey, the United States, and globally. Recognizing the historical and ongoing challenges faced by Jewish communities, the resolution highlights specific incidents of anti-Semitic violence, including the 2018 Tree of Life Synagogue shooting and increasing hate crimes reported by the FBI, which showed that 60.3 percent of religious-based hate crimes targeted Jews. The resolution defines anti-Semitism broadly, including harmful stereotypes, conspiracy theories, and accusations that suggest Jewish people are less loyal to their country or seek global domination. It affirms that such prejudice violates constitutional principles of tolerance, religious freedom, and equal protection. The resolution calls for expanded Holocaust education, urges vigilance in preventing and reporting anti-Semitic acts, and applauds leaders who have spoken out against such hatred. Ultimately, the New Jersey Legislature unequivocally condemns all forms of anti-Semitism and rejects attempts to justify anti-Jewish hatred, emphasizing the importance of protecting Jewish communities and upholding fundamental American values of respect and inclusivity.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee (on 01/09/2024)
(3 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/ACR67
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/ACR/67_I1.HTM
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