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The House overwhelmingly passed a resolution to condemn antisemitism and promote education about the contributions of Jewish Americans. The measure passed with nearly unanimous support, meeting the high bar required for fast-track approval.
This resolution, H.Res. 352, acknowledges Jewish American Heritage Month and calls on elected officials and community leaders to actively counter the rise of antisemitism. It urges federal and local governments to educate the public about the history and contributions of Jewish Americans and expresses a commitment from the House to protect the safety and dignity of the Jewish community. The vote was conducted under a procedure called 'suspension of the rules.' This is a fast-track method Congress uses for bills and resolutions that have broad bipartisan support. While it limits debate and prevents changes to the text, it requires a higher standard to pass: two-thirds of the voting members must say 'yes' instead of a simple majority. The resolution passed with a nearly unanimous vote of 421-1. Because this is a House Resolution, it serves as a formal statement of the House's position and does not require a vote in the Senate or a signature from the President to be finalized. It effectively concludes the legislative process for this measure.
This is the final step in the process; simple resolutions do not go to the Senate or the President for approval.
OPEN BILL →Why it matters. This vote represents a strong, unified congressional response to rising antisemitism, emphasizing education and leadership as tools to combat prejudice.
Who’s affected. Jewish Americans: Provides official recognition of their contributions and a pledge of safety and dignity. · Community Leaders: Encouraged to take a public stand against antisemitic acts and rhetoric. · Public Institutions: Urgently called upon to enhance education regarding Jewish American heritage.
Democrats. Democrats supported the resolution unanimously among those present.
Republicans. Republicans supported the resolution almost unanimously, with a single dissenting vote.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Agree
May 14, 2025
The House overwhelmingly passed a resolution to condemn antisemitism and promote education about the contributions of Jewish Americans.
The measure passed with nearly unanimous support, meeting the high bar required for fast-track approval.
The House used 'suspension of the rules' to quickly pass this measure. This procedure is reserved for non-controversial items and requires a two-thirds supermajority to succeed, skipping the usual lengthy debate and amendment process.
This is the final step in the process; simple resolutions do not go to the Senate or the President for approval.
This vote represents a strong, unified congressional response to rising antisemitism, emphasizing education and leadership as tools to combat prejudice.
The resolution saw nearly total cooperation between both parties, with only one member voting against it.
Democrats supported the resolution unanimously among those present.
Republicans supported the resolution almost unanimously, with a single dissenting vote.
The lone independent member voted in favor of the resolution.