# 119-sres-738: A resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism.

119-sres-738, A resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism., is a 119th Congress bill sponsored by Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] (R-FL); status passed_senate (as of 2026-06-04).

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## Facts
- Bill: 119-sres-738
- Congress: 119
- Title: A resolution recognizing the significance of Jewish American Heritage Month and calling on elected officials and civil society leaders to counter antisemitism.
- Status: passed_senate
- Introduced: 2026-05-19
- Sponsor: Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL] (R-FL)
- Cosponsors: 20
- Policy area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues
- Touches household money: no
- Last recorded action: 2026-06-04

## Summary

**Celebrate Jewish American contributions** is the focal aim of this non-binding resolution that recognizes Jewish American Heritage Month and urges leaders to condemn antisemitism, promote Jewish stories, protect safety, and honor service members. - Jewish Americans and families: Recognizes a community of over 6 million people, about 2 percent of the U.S. population in 2024, and calls for uplifting Jewish stories and voices. - Public officials, faith leaders, and civil society: Calls on them to condemn and counter all acts of antisemitism and to educate the public on Jewish-American history. - Schools, workplaces, and religious institutions: Urges steps to ensure safety, security, and dignity in those settings. - Military members and veterans: Honors Jewish-American service, noting over 1.0 million have served and at least 18 Medal of Honor recipients are Jewish. - Religious freedom defenders: Commits to protecting the right to worship without fear of violence or persecution.

## Cosponsors (20)

- Sen. Rosen, Jacky [D-NV] (D-NV), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Lankford, James [R-OK] (R-OK), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Graham, Lindsey [R-SC] (R-SC), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Paul, Rand [R-KY] (R-KY), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Capito, Shelley Moore [R-WV] (R-WV), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Moody, Ashley [R-FL] (R-FL), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Hoeven, John [R-ND] (R-ND), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Schumer, Charles E. [D-NY] (D-NY), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO] (D-CO), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR] (D-OR), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA] (D-GA), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Gillibrand, Kirsten E. [D-NY] (D-NY), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL] (D-IL), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH] (D-NH), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA] (D-PA), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Baldwin, Tammy [D-WI] (D-WI), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Kelly, Mark [D-AZ] (D-AZ), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Slotkin, Elissa [D-MI] (D-MI), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA] (D-WA), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
- Sen. Kaine, Tim [D-VA] (D-VA), 2026-05-19T00:00:00.000Z

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- 119-sres-739: A resolution honoring the life and legacy of John Seymour, the late Senator for the State of California.
- 119-sres-723: A resolution honoring the life of Dirk Arthur Kempthorne, former United States Senator for the State of Idaho.
- 119-sres-585: A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of Ben Nighthorse Campbell.
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## Sources
- [119-sres-738 on Congress.gov](https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-resolution/738)

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- [119-sres-755: A resolution honoring the life of the Honorable Donald W. Riegle, Jr., former S…](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-755)
- [119-sres-739: A resolution honoring the life and legacy of John Seymour, the late Senator for…](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-739)
- [119-sres-723: A resolution honoring the life of Dirk Arthur Kempthorne, former United States…](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-723)
- [119-sres-585: A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of Ben Nighthorse Camp…](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-585)
- [119-sres-255: A resolution honoring the life, achievements, and legacy of former United State…](https://policyrisk.com/legislation/119-sres-255)
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