Europe Under U.S. Scrutiny: Bill Would Require Reporting on Antisemitism Across the Continent

Credit: Shutterstock Europe Under U.S. Scrutiny: Bill Would Require Reporting on Antisemitism Across the Continent Sofia Topolev 6 minutes ago 1 1 0 The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously approved the PEACE Act, which will require the State Department to report on antisemitism in Europe • The bipartisan bill will allow the United States to demand cooperation from European countries on the issue • Its goal is to ensure that “Never Again” is not just a slogan

The U.S. House of Representatives on Monday unanimously approved Resolution H.R.6297, known as the “PEACE Act,” which will require the State Department to provide regular briefings on the growing phenomenon of antisemitism in Europe. The resolution passed with the full support of 49 lawmakers, with no opposition, and represents a significant step in the international fight against hatred of Jews.

The bipartisan bill was advanced by Rep. Randy Fine (R-Fla.), who said in his speech that the purpose of the legislation is to assess the growing threat of antisemitism in Europe and open clear diplomatic channels. According to him, the Deputy Secretary of State for Europe and Eurasia will engage with European countries deemed “countries of concern” to ensure cooperation in addressing the problem.

Rep. Fine emphasized that “We said after the Holocaust, ‘Never again,’ but the facts show there is a real risk that it will happen again.” Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fla.) also supported the bill and said it is “based on the Trump administration’s efforts to combat antisemitism and strengthens international cooperation against terrorism.” The PEACE Act is now expected to move to the Senate and then to the Oval Office for the president’s signature.

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