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

USA119th CongressHRES-956| House 
| Updated: 12/17/2025
Gregory W. Meeks

Gregory W. Meeks

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (21)
Kim Schrier (Democratic)Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Gabe Amo (Democratic)Ed Case (Democratic)Joe Courtney (Democratic)Sanford D. Bishop (Democratic)Shontel M. Brown (Democratic)Eric Swalwell (Democratic)Tim Walberg (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Ted Lieu (Democratic)Derek Tran (Democratic)Jerrold Nadler (Democratic)Brian J. Mast (Republican)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Brad Sherman (Democratic)Wesley Bell (Democratic)William R. Keating (Democratic)Jared Moskowitz (Democratic)Julie Fedorchak (Republican)Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

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  • Enacted
This resolution strongly condemns the antisemitic shooting that took place during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, on December 14, 2025, which resulted in loss of life and terror within the Jewish community. It also condemns all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities globally. The House of Representatives expresses heartfelt condolences to the victims, their families, and the people of Australia, affirming the fundamental right of all individuals to worship freely and safely without fear of intimidation. Furthermore, the resolution reiterates the unwavering commitment of the United States to actively combatting antisemitism and terrorism in all its manifestations. Finally, it calls upon the Australian Government to take decisive action to address rising antisemitism and ensure the robust protection of its Jewish community.
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Timeline
Dec 17, 2025
Submitted in House
Dec 17, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • December 17, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • December 17, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

International Affairs

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

USA119th CongressHRES-956| House 
| Updated: 12/17/2025
This resolution strongly condemns the antisemitic shooting that took place during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, on December 14, 2025, which resulted in loss of life and terror within the Jewish community. It also condemns all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities globally. The House of Representatives expresses heartfelt condolences to the victims, their families, and the people of Australia, affirming the fundamental right of all individuals to worship freely and safely without fear of intimidation. Furthermore, the resolution reiterates the unwavering commitment of the United States to actively combatting antisemitism and terrorism in all its manifestations. Finally, it calls upon the Australian Government to take decisive action to address rising antisemitism and ensure the robust protection of its Jewish community.
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Timeline
Dec 17, 2025
Submitted in House
Dec 17, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
  • December 17, 2025
    Submitted in House


  • December 17, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Gregory W. Meeks

Gregory W. Meeks

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (21)
Kim Schrier (Democratic)Jonathan L. Jackson (Democratic)Gabe Amo (Democratic)Ed Case (Democratic)Joe Courtney (Democratic)Sanford D. Bishop (Democratic)Shontel M. Brown (Democratic)Eric Swalwell (Democratic)Tim Walberg (Republican)Earl L. "Buddy" Carter (Republican)Ted Lieu (Democratic)Derek Tran (Democratic)Jerrold Nadler (Democratic)Brian J. Mast (Republican)Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)Brad Sherman (Democratic)Wesley Bell (Democratic)William R. Keating (Democratic)Jared Moskowitz (Democratic)Julie Fedorchak (Republican)Debbie Wasserman Schultz (Democratic)

Foreign Affairs Committee

International Affairs

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted