Bill > HR167

This resolution urges public postsecondary education institutions in Louisiana to develop and enhance anti-discrimination policies to combat antisemitism on college campuses by January 1, 2026. The resolution is grounded in the context of rising antisemitic incidents, as documented by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), which reported 9,354 antisemitic incidents nationwide in 2024, representing a significant increase over previous years. The resolution requests institutions to use the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism and comply with federal civil rights laws, and specifically calls for campuses to condemn violence and intimidation against Jewish students, support peaceful assembly, and ensure Jewish students' safety and access to campus facilities. Institutions are asked to notify students and staff about anti-discrimination policies, encourage inclusive dialogue, and submit annual reports on antisemitism complaints to their management boards. The resolution emphasizes protecting students' rights while maintaining that it should not restrict constitutionally protected speech or the right to peacefully assemble. The goal is to create campus environments that foster respect, unity, and equal treatment for all students, regardless of religion, race, ethnicity, or national origin.

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