119-HR-6297 Journalist Public Summary

Public Summary: H.R. 6297 — “Protecting Europe from Antisemitic Crime and Extremism (PEACE) Act”

Headline Summary: The bill orders the State Department to brief Congress on antisemitism in Europe and related diplomatic cooperation, starting within 180 days of enactment and then annually for two years. [1]Congress.gov / Library of Congress — Text — H.R. 6297 (119th Congress): PEACE A…

What It Does: H.R. 6297 directs the Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs to assess antisemitism and related terrorism threats in Europe, engage diplomatically with concerned governments, and brief the House Foreign Affairs and Senate Foreign Relations committees on these issues—first within 180 days after the bill becomes law, then once a year for the next two years. [1]Congress.gov / Library of Congress — Text — H.R. 6297 (119th Congress): PEACE A…

Why It Matters: Surveys and reports show antisemitism has intensified in parts of Europe—EU data indicate most Jews in surveyed countries experienced antisemitism recently, and national watchdogs (e.g., in Germany) recorded sharp year‑over‑year increases—so regular U.S. briefings could inform oversight and coordination with European partners. [2]European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights — FRA Report (2024): Jewish People…[3]Reuters — Antisemitism rose more than 80% in Germany last year, watchdog says

• Sponsors: Rep. Randy Fine (Florida) introduced the bill; Rep. Max Miller of Ohio is listed as a co‑sponsor. [1]Congress.gov / Library of Congress — Text — H.R. 6297 (119th Congress): PEACE A…
• Rep. Max Miller is a Republican representing Ohio’s 7th District. [4]Wikipedia — Max Miller (politician)
• Supporters’ case (in plain terms): routine, focused briefings can keep Congress informed on threats and on what U.S. diplomats are doing with European governments to counter antisemitism and protect Americans and institutions abroad.

• Opposition: No formal, public opposition has been recorded yet for this just‑introduced bill; critics of similar measures sometimes argue the State Department already reports on related issues and additional briefings could be duplicative or politicized.

What’s Next: The bill was introduced on November 25, 2025, and referred to the House Foreign Affairs Committee; a committee markup including H.R. 6297 is scheduled for December 3, 2025. If it advances, the measure would go to the full House, then the Senate. [1]Congress.gov / Library of Congress — Text — H.R. 6297 (119th Congress): PEACE A…[5]U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee — House Foreign Affairs Committee: Markup…