No Antisemitism in Education Act of 2026
To require each local educational agency and institution of higher education that receives Federal financial assistance to treat discrimination motivated by antisemitism as vigorously as such agency or institution treats other forms of discrimination prohibited by title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and for other purposes.
This bill, known as the "No Antisemitism in Education Act of 2026," aims to ensure that any educational institution receiving federal funding addresses antisemitism with the same urgency as other forms of discrimination, such as those based on race, color, or national origin. The legislation would require local educational agencies and institutions of higher education to treat discrimination motivated by antisemitism as vigorously as they treat other prohibited forms of discrimination under the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
The bill would affect all schools and colleges that receive federal funding. If passed, these institutions would need to implement policies and practices to combat antisemitism effectively, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all students and faculty. The bill was introduced on April 23, 2026, and it has since been referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce and the Committee on the Judiciary for further review. As of June 25, 2026, the bill has passed its committee consideration and is now ordered to be reported (amended) with a vote of 20-12.
Key actions include the bill's introduction, referral to relevant committees, and a successful committee report with amendments. The next steps involve further consideration and potential debate in the House of Representatives.
