# Plain Language Summary: Resolution on Antisemitism at Colleges and Universities

This resolution is Congress expressing strong disapproval of antisemitism—prejudice and discrimination against Jewish people—on college and university campuses across the United States. It's not a law that creates new rules or punishments, but rather a formal statement from Congress saying that antisemitism on campuses is a serious problem that needs to be addressed.

The resolution calls on college and university leaders, administrators, and faculty members to actively speak out against antisemitism when they see it happening. This means the resolution is asking these educational leaders to take a public stance against antisemitic incidents, comments, and behavior rather than staying silent. The resolution essentially says that college leaders have a responsibility to make clear that antisemitism is not acceptable on their campuses and that they should condemn it openly.

In practical terms, this resolution doesn't force colleges to do anything specific or create legal consequences for violations. Instead, it's Congress putting pressure on universities to take antisemitism seriously and to be vocal about opposing it. The resolution reflects concern that Jewish students and staff on campuses have experienced increased harassment, discrimination, and hostile environments, and it's asking university leadership to be part of the solution by speaking up against these problems.

A resolution condemning antisemitism at institutions of higher education in the United States and encouraging college and university leaders, administrators, and faculty to speak out against antisemitism.

Blackburn, Marsha

 <p>This resolution strongly condemns any instances of antisemitism occurring at colleges and universities in the United States.</p> <p>The resolution also</p> <ul> <li>encourages higher education leaders (e.g., presidents, deans, and administrators) to publicly condemn speech that incites or celebrates violence against any people based on religious beliefs, national origin, or ancestry; and</li> <li>encourages institutions of higher education to engage with Jewish student organizations and ensure that Jewish students, faculty, and staff can pursue their academic and personal aspirations without fear.</li> </ul>