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Gregory Meeks (D-NY)

Condemning the antisemitic shooting in Sydney, Australia, and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities.

H.Res. 956 · House resolution International Affairs

A Democratic resolution with 4 Republican cosponsors · See all 21 cosponsors

Last activity — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

In committee

Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.

The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.

Its path through Congress

  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

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 condemns the antisemitic shooting that happened during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, on December 14, 2025. It expresses condolences to the victims, their families, and the people of Australia. The measure affirms that everyone has the right to worship freely and safely. It also states the commitment of the United States to fighting antisemitism and terrorism. Finally, it calls on the Australian Government to take action against rising antisemitism and to protect its Jewish community.

Yes

  • Scored +5

    Does this protect the freedom to practise a religion?

    The resolution affirms the fundamental right of all people to worship freely and safely.

  • Scored +4

    Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?

    The resolution reinforces diplomatic solidarity with Australia and the international community against terrorism and antisemitism.

  • Scored +3

    Does this favour talking over confrontation abroad?

    It expresses official condemnation of an attack and calls on the Australian government to protect its communities.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.