by Wendy McNamara
| According to the Anti-Defamation League, reports of antisemitic events have increased by nearly 360% since the Israel-Hamas war began in October 2023.
Sadly, across the nation, we’re seeing the unfortunate and ugly treatment of Jewish students, and we must do more to make sure they feel safe and welcome here. |
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That’s why I co-authored legislation to target antisemitism and better protect Hoosier Jewish students on college campuses and K-12 classrooms. House Bill 1002 would define antisemitism in state law to ensure that K-12 schools and universities do not include the concept in teaching materials or resources. Under the bill, antisemitism would be defined as “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.” This definition is already adopted by the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance, the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education. Recently, this legislation cleared the Indiana House of Representatives and is now being considered in the Senate. To learn more about House Bill 1002, or to watch session and committees live, visit iga.in.gov. |
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