Condemning the rise in ideologically motivated attacks on Jewish individuals in the United States, including the recent violent assault in Boulder, Colorado, and reaffirming the House of Representatives commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence.
This House resolution (H. Res. 481) is a non-binding expression of the U.S. House of Representatives condemning ideologically motivated violence against Jewish individuals and reaffirming a commitment to protecting free assembly and religious practice. It highlights a pattern of attacks and threats targeting Jewish people and institutions, referencing incidents including a June 1, 2025 attack in Boulder, Colorado, the May 21, 2025 shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC, and an April 13, 2025 arson plot at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence. The resolution calls on federal, state, and local law enforcement to thoroughly investigate and prosecute such incidents and urges leaders and civil society to speak out against antisemitism and politically motivated violence. As a resolution, its effect is symbolic and aspirational rather than creating new laws or funding.
Key Points
- 1Condemns the June 1, 2025 Boulder, Colorado attack as a cowardly act of ideologically motivated violence.
- 2Recognizes this attack as part of a broader pattern of targeted aggression against Jewish individuals in the United States.
- 3Reaffirms the House’s commitment to protecting Americans’ rights to assemble peacefully and practice their faith without fear.
- 4Calls on federal, state, and local law enforcement to ensure thorough investigation and prosecution of all such incidents.
- 5Urges elected officials, community leaders, and civil society to speak out against antisemitism and politically motivated violence in all forms.