HRES 452119th CongressIntroduced

Congratulating the Jewish War Veterans on the 129th anniversary of the organization's founding and honoring their commitment to Jewish war veterans.

Introduced: May 29, 2025

Civil Rights & JusticeHealthcareVeterans Affairs

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H. Res. 452 is a ceremonial House resolution that congratulates the Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America on the 129th anniversary of its founding (founded in 1896) and commends the organization for its commitment to Jewish veterans and their families. It outlines the JWV’s historic goals—countering antisemitism, advocating for equal rights and benefits for Jewish veterans, preserving veteran memory, and supporting veterans through health care, education benefits, and community programs. The resolution states support for the JWV’s ongoing work and encourages its continued mission. As a resolution, it is non-binding and does not authorize spending or create new policy.

Key Points

1The JWV was founded on March 15, 1896, by 63 Jewish Civil War veterans to counter antisemitic remarks about Jewish service in the Civil War.
2The JWV is described as the oldest active veterans service organization in the United States, providing advocacy and support for thousands of Jewish veterans and their families.
3Early goals highlighted in the resolution include:
4- Countering antisemitism and addressing rhetoric that questioned Jewish patriotism.
5- Advocating for equal rights, benefits, and recognition for Jewish veterans.
6The JWV’s broader activities noted include preserving veteran memory (e.g., involvement in creating the National Museum of American Jewish Military History), supporting veterans’ health care and education benefits, and aiding veterans in need.
7The organization is credited with anti-antisemitism efforts dating back to the 1930s, including protests and boycotts against Nazi Germany, and with Holocaust education.
8The JWV’s service spans multiple American conflicts, and it engages in charitable and community programs, including support for military families and promoting civic engagement.
9The operative clauses of the resolution:

Impact Areas

Primary group/area affected: Jewish War Veterans and their members, families, and supporters.Secondary group/area affected: The broader veteran community and Jewish communities, particularly around advocacy, remembrance, and education about military service.Additional impacts: Public recognition of the JWV’s history and contributions may shape perceptions of veterans’ advocacy, anti-discrimination efforts, Holocaust education, and broader discussions about veteran benefits and civic engagement. The resolution is non-binding and does not authorize new policy or funding.

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