Condemns the June 1, 2025 targeted act of terror in Boulder, Colorado and similar violent incidents targeting Jewish people and related institutions, calling them ideologically motivated and incompatible with U.S. values. Urges law enforcement to investigate and prosecute such attacks and asks public leaders and civil society to speak out against antisemitism and politically or religiously motivated violence to protect Americans' rights to assemble and practice their faith without fear.
On June 1, 2025, in Boulder, Colorado, a peaceful gathering held by the group (named "Run for Their Lives") was violently attacked by an individual armed with incendiary devices, resulting in multiple injuries, including to elderly participants; authorities called it a targeted, ideologically motivated act of terrorism.
The attack in Boulder is described as the latest in a growing trend of politically and religiously motivated violence directed at Jewish individuals and institutions across the United States.
On May 21, 2025, two Israeli Embassy staff members—Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim—were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, DC, after a reception for diplomats; the suspect shouted during his arrest: "Free, free Palestine!"
On April 13, 2025, an individual set multiple fires using incendiary devices at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Residence while Governor Josh Shapiro and his family were inside following a Passover Seder; the suspect admitted intent to cause harm and faces charges including attempted murder, terrorism, and arson.
The preamble states these attacks, though different in method and location, share a common pattern of targeting Jewish individuals or symbols of Jewish life and civic engagement.
Primary direct effect is symbolic: it publicly condemns antisemitic attacks and signals congressional concern. Affected groups include Jewish individuals and institutions, who may receive moral and political support from the statement. Local and federal law enforcement are urged to investigate and prosecute — this may increase pressure on investigators but does not change legal authorities or funding. Public leaders and civil society are encouraged to speak out, which may influence public discourse, awareness, and preventive community measures. The resolution imposes no new programs, appropriations, or legally binding requirements on states, localities, or federal agencies.
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