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Bills/119th Congress · House

H.Res. 956

Introduced

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

Sponsor
DGregory W. Meeks· New York
Introduced
December 17, 2025
Policy area
International Affairs
Latest action
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.December 17, 2025
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 956 Introduced in House (IH)]

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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 956

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

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

December 17, 2025

Mr. Meeks (for himself and Mr. Mast) submitted the following 
resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs

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RESOLUTION

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

Whereas, on December 14, 2025, a gunman opened fire during a Hanukkah 
celebration in Sydney, Australia, resulting in loss of life, injuries, 
and terror within the Jewish community;
Whereas this act of violence occurred during a sacred religious observance and 
was intended to intimidate and target individuals because of their 
Jewish identity; and
Whereas the United States stands with Australia, with the Jewish community 
worldwide, and with all those affected by this heinous attack: Now, 
therefore, be it
Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
(1) strongly condemns the antisemitic shooting in Sydney, 
Australia, and all forms of hatred and violence directed at 
religious communities;
(2) expresses heartfelt condolences to the victims, their 
families, and the people of Australia;
(3) affirms the right of all people to worship freely and 
safely;
(4) reiterates the commitment of the United States to 
combating antisemitism and terrorism in all its forms; and
(5) calls on the Australian Government to take action to 
address rising antisemitism and protect its Jewish community.
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