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NJ S589
NJ S589Prohibits institution of higher education from authorizing, funding, or supporting hate speech or antisemitic events and organizations.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill prohibits an institution of higher education from authorizing, facilitating, providing funding for, or otherwise supporting any event or organization promoting antisemitism or hate speech on campus. The bill defines "antisemitism" as the working definition of antisemitism adopted by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance on May 26, 2016. According to the alliance, antisemitism "is a certain perception of Jews, which may be expressed as hatred toward Jews. Rhetorical and physical manifestations of antisemitism are directed toward Jewish or non-Jewish individuals and/or their property, toward Jewish community institutions and religious facilities."
AI Summary
This bill prohibits colleges and universities from allowing, helping, funding, or supporting any event or organization that promotes antisemitism or hate speech on campus, with antisemitism defined by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition, which describes it as a perception of Jews that can manifest as hatred and be expressed through rhetorical or physical actions against Jewish people, their property, or their institutions. The bill's context stems from concerns about student organizations and university administrations failing to condemn terrorist actions like the October 7th attack by Hamas and instead using antisemitic rhetoric, creating a hostile environment for Jewish students and staff.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee (on 01/13/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S589 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/589_I1.HTM |
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