Contact Congress about H.R. 8476: No Antisemitism in Education Act of 2026

Schools and colleges that get federal money would have to treat antisemitic discrimination like other civil rights violations. Federal agencies and schools would use a set federal antisemitism definition when reviewing complaints. Free speech rights and state anti-discrimination laws would still apply.

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No Antisemitism in Education Act of 2026 is a House bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 12.

Latest action on H.R. 8476: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 20 - 12.

Who this affects: This bill mainly affects public school districts, colleges, and universities that receive federal money. It also affects Jewish students and staff who report antisemitic harassment or unfair treatment. School leaders, teachers, faculty, and student groups could see policy changes or new discipline decisions when antisemitism complaints arise. Federal agencies would have to use the bill's standard when they review these cases.

Why this matters: This bill could change how schools handle antisemitism complaints in daily school and campus life. It ties those complaints to the same civil rights system used for other serious discrimination claims. Supporters may see this as a clearer national rule for protecting Jewish students and staff. Critics may worry that schools could apply the definition too broadly, especially when speech about politics or world events is involved. The real effect would depend on how agencies, schools, and courts apply the bill.

Key provisions in H.R. 8476

• Federal money would come with a condition. Schools and colleges must treat antisemitic discrimination as seriously as other discrimination covered by Title VI, the federal civil rights law for federally funded programs.
• The bill covers K-12 public school districts and colleges or universities. It uses definitions already in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act and the Higher Education Act.
• Federal agencies and covered schools must use a set antisemitism definition when reviewing intent. The definition is the one tied to Executive Order 13899, including its modern examples.
• Federal agencies can use the same enforcement tools they use for Title VI's main anti-discrimination rule. Those tools can include actions tied to federal funding.
• The bill says it cannot be used to weaken First Amendment rights, including free speech rights.

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Questions people ask about H.R. 8476

What is H.R. 8476?

Schools and colleges that get federal money would have to treat antisemitic discrimination like other civil rights violations. Federal agencies and schools would use a set federal antisemitism definition when reviewing complaints. Free speech rights and state anti-discrimination laws would still apply.

How do I support or oppose H.R. 8476?

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