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Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL)

Calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism and educate the public on the contributions of the Jewish American community.

H.Res. 352 · House resolution Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

A Democratic resolution with 6 Republican cosponsors · See all 11 cosponsors

Last activity — Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Adopted

The chamber formally agreed to it, and for a resolution that is the finish line: what it says is now officially the chamber's position, rule or tribute.

Nothing more is needed. A resolution is how a chamber speaks for itself or sets its own rules, so adopting it is what puts it into effect. It is not a law, so there is nothing for the President to sign.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. Adopted by the House 421–1

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution highlights the history of Jewish American Heritage Month and the contributions of Jewish Americans to various fields like science and technology. It addresses the rise in antisemitism following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks, noting that many Jewish Americans feel less safe. The text mentions specific inventions by Jewish Americans, such as the slow cooker, the shopping cart, and wireless communication technologies. The House of Representatives uses this resolution to call for actions to counter hate and increase awareness. Finally, it urges leaders to protect the safety and dignity of American Jews in various settings.

What Congress actually voted on

One recorded vote has been taken on this bill.

  • The House: a fast-track vote, needing two-thirds to pass The House sets aside its normal procedure to move quickly: no amendments, little debate, and a two-thirds bar instead of a simple majority. It is used for measures expected to be uncontroversial, so a bill that fails here failed despite broad expectations that it would not. Passed 421 yes · 1 no

    See who voted how →

    05/14/2025 · Roll call 129 · recorded as “On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree”