Texas House approves antisemitism bill in response to pro-Palestinian protests

Texas House approves antisemitism bill in response to pro-Palestinian protests

By Jessica Priest, The Texas Tribune April 29, 2025 “Texas House approves antisemitism bill in response to pro-Palestinian protests” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas n…

Texas House gives initial passage to antisemitism bill

A bill aimed at antisemitism in public schools and universities got initial passage in the House on Tuesday. Critics worry it would stifle free speech,...

Texas House approves antisemitism bill in response to pro-Palestinian…

The bill, which would require schools to use a definition of antisemitism when considering discipline for students, will soon head over to Abbott’s desk.

Why the Antisemitism Awareness Act now has a religious liberty clause to protect ‘Jews killed Jesus’ statements

The Antisemitism Awareness Act's added language says it would not infringe on religious liberty to protect the claim that Jews killed Jesus.