HR6806 Creates Antisemitism Coordinator in DOJ
Officially: Antisemitism Response and Prevention Act of 2025
HR6806 proposes a new office in the DOJ to fight antisemitism. Affects Jewish communities by coordinating federal efforts and ensuring civil liberties.
Where it stands
Sitting in the Judiciary
No vote scheduled. Constituent contact is what moves bills out of committee.
- National Coordinator to Counter Antisemitism: Creates a new role within the DOJ to lead federal antisemitism efforts.
- Civil Liberties Protection: Ensures efforts respect democratic values and do not suppress free speech.
- Clarification on Criticism of Israel: States that criticism of Israeli policies isn't antisemitic unless involving harmful stereotypes.
↓ Why your message matters here
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The debate
What people are saying about this bill
- A dedicated office will provide a more coherent and consistent national response to antisemitism.
- The bill ensures that antisemitism policies are evidence-based and protect civil liberties, including free speech.
- By distinguishing between antisemitism and political speech on Israel, the bill protects legitimate political expression.
- Critics worry that creating a new office could expand federal bureaucracy without clear outcome metrics.
- There are concerns about overlap with existing federal functions, leading to duplication and confusion.
- Some fear the office could be politically misused despite the bill's guardrails.
Where this bill is in the process
Legislative timeline
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
Latest: Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, Homeland Security, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (12/17/2025)
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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