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119 · HRES 956 Condemning the antisemitic shooting in Sydney, Australia, and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities.

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A bipartisan House resolution condemns the Dec. 14 Sydney Hanukkah shooting, offers condolences, and urges Australia to protect its Jewish community; as a simple House measure, it’s a nonbinding statement of position. [1]Associated Press — Father and son gunmen kill at least 15 people in attack on H…[2]Wikipedia — Simple resolution

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Published
18 Dec 2025
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18 Dec 2025
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Headline Summary

House lawmakers introduce a bipartisan resolution condemning the antisemitic Sydney shooting during Hanukkah and affirming support for the safety of religious communities. [1]Associated Press — Father and son gunmen kill at least 15 people in attack on H…

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What It Does

The resolution denounces the Dec. 14 attack in Sydney; expresses condolences to victims and Australians; affirms the right of all people to worship freely and safely; reiterates U.S. opposition to antisemitism and terrorism; and urges the Australian Government to address rising antisemitism and protect its Jewish community. As a House simple resolution, it states the chamber’s position and does not create law or go to the President. [2]Wikipedia — Simple resolution

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Who’s For It

  • Lead sponsors: Rep. Gregory Meeks (D‑NY) and Rep. Brian Mast (R‑FL), signaling bipartisan backing (per introduced text).
  • Democratic leadership statements condemning the attack and antisemitism (e.g., Hakeem Jeffries, Chuck Schumer). [3]House Democratic Leader Office — Leader Jeffries Statement on Antisemitic Terro…[4]Senate Democratic Caucus — Leader Schumer Remarks On Devastating Gun Violence A…
  • Other elected officials publicly condemning the attack, including Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand and a bipartisan group of all 25 Jewish House members. [5]U.S. Senate (Gillibrand) Press Office — Gillibrand Statement On The Antisemitic…[6]Algemeiner — All 25 Jewish Lawmakers in US House Sign Statement on ‘Grotesque’…
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Who’s Against It

  • No organized opposition noted as of December 18, 2025; condemnations of the attack have been broad and bipartisan. (Observation based on public statements to date.)
  • In similar measures condemning antisemitism, House votes have often been lopsided in favor (e.g., 388–21 on a 2024 antisemitism resolution), suggesting limited resistance to statements of condemnation. [7]Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives — House Roll Call: Condemnin…
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What’s Next

The measure has been referred to the House Foreign Affairs Committee. If scheduled and approved, it can receive a vote in the full House. Because it’s a simple House resolution, it does not proceed to the Senate or the President. [2]Wikipedia — Simple resolution

Sources cited
  1. [1] Father and son gunmen kill at least 15 people in attack on Hanukkah event at Sydney's Bondi Beach Associated Press
  2. [2] Simple resolution Wikipedia
  3. [3] Leader Jeffries Statement on Antisemitic Terrorist Attack in Australia House Democratic Leader Office
  4. [4] Leader Schumer Remarks On Devastating Gun Violence And Antisemitic Terror Attack In Australia Senate Democratic Caucus
  5. [5] Gillibrand Statement On The Antisemitic Terrorist Attack In Australia U.S. Senate (Gillibrand) Press Office
  6. [6] All 25 Jewish Lawmakers in US House Sign Statement on ‘Grotesque’ Antisemitic Bondi Beach Shooting Algemeiner
  7. [7] House Roll Call: Condemning the global rise of antisemitism (Nov. 20, 2024) Office of the Clerk, U.S. House of Representatives
  8. [8] Congress.gov: Bill Texts Received Today (update timing note) Congress.gov

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