Summary of HRES 481
Bill Overview
Bill Number: HRES 481
Title: 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.
Status: Motion to reconsider laid on the table; Agreed to without objection.
Introduced: June 5, 2025
Classification: Resolution
Purpose and Intent
HRES 481 aims to address the alarming increase in ideologically motivated violence against Jewish individuals in the United States. Specifically, it condemns a targeted act of terror that occurred on June 1, 2025, in Boulder, Colorado, and seeks to reaffirm the House of Representatives' commitment to combating antisemitism and politically motivated violence.
Key Provisions
The resolution includes several significant provisions:
Condemnation of Violence: It condemns the Boulder attack as a cowardly act of ideologically motivated violence.
Recognition of Patterns: The resolution acknowledges that this incident is part of a broader trend of targeted aggression against Jewish individuals in the U.S.
Commitment to Rights: It reaffirms the House's commitment to protecting the rights of all Americans to assemble peacefully and practice their faith without fear of violence.
Call for Action: The resolution calls on federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to conduct thorough investigations and prosecutions of such incidents.
Encouragement to Speak Out: It urges elected officials, community leaders, and civil society to actively speak out against antisemitism and politically motivated violence in all forms.
Affected Parties
The resolution primarily affects:
- Jewish communities in the United States, who may feel targeted by rising antisemitism.
- Law enforcement agencies at various levels, which are called upon to enhance their investigative and prosecutorial efforts.
- Elected officials and community leaders, who are encouraged to take a stand against hate and violence.
Legislative Actions and Timeline
- June 5, 2025: The resolution was introduced and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- June 9, 2025: The House debated the resolution for forty minutes and agreed to it by a vote of 400-0, with 2 members present. The motion to reconsider was laid on the table without objection.
Sponsors
The resolution has a broad bipartisan sponsorship, including notable cosponsors such as:
- Jefferson Van Drew (Primary Sponsor)
- Michael Lawler
- Joe Neguse
- Daniel Webster
- Tim Burchett
- Lloyd Doggett
- And many others from both parties.
Related Legislation
HRES 481 has a companion bill in the Senate, SRES 288, which addresses similar concerns regarding antisemitism and politically motivated violence.
This summary provides an overview of HRES 481, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, and the impact it aims to achieve in combating antisemitism and violence against Jewish individuals in the United States.
