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Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25), Troy A. Carter, Sr. (LA-2), and Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-1) introduced a bipartisan Jewish American Heritage Month Resolution to recognize the significant contributions of Jewish Americans to the society and culture of the United States.

“I am proud to join my colleagues in recognizing the meaningful contributions of the American Jewish community to our nation’s history and culture,” said Congressman Fitzpatrick. “As a Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Task Force for Combatting Antisemitism, I am committed to commemorating all that Jewish Americans have given to our nation and fighting against the alarming rise in antisemitism and hate.”

“As we celebrate the 18th year of Jewish American Heritage Month, I am proud to open the doors of understanding to everyone about all the remarkable contributions that generations of Jewish Americans made to shape our nation’s history, culture, and society,” said Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz. “From the diverse fields of medicine, science, and entertainment, to the fight for civil rights and equality, this community helped America to become that more perfect union our nation always strives to be. This celebration is also one of the most effective ways to combat rising antisemitism, as Jews and non-Jews alike come to learn about all the amazing Jewish Americans who served in pivotal government and military posts, won Nobel prizes, led universities and corporations, made lifesaving medical discoveries, authored great American novels, and worked to advance America’s noble experiment in democracy. I am so proud to join my bipartisan House colleagues in this crucial effort.”

“Jewish American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the rich contributions of Jewish Americans to our nation. In light of recent disturbing trends of rising antisemitism, this resolution both honors Jewish American heritage and sends a powerful message of solidarity and support to Jewish communities across the country,” said Congressman Carter. “By educating ourselves about Jewish history and culture, we deepen our understanding of America’s diversity and reaffirm our commitment to combatting hate and prejudice in all its forms.”

“I am proud to join Reps. Wasserman Schultz, Miller, and Fitzpatrick in leading the bipartisan charge in Congress to recognize May as Jewish American Heritage Month. Our important effort comes at a time when antisemitism continues to rear its ugly head across the country,” said Congresswoman Miller-Meeks. “The purveyors of antisemitism must be stopped. I will continue to push for efforts to counter antisemitism and stand with our Jewish friends and neighbors.”

The United States observes Jewish American Heritage Month (JAHM) annually each May to encourage all Americans to learn more about Jewish culture and pay tribute to the generations of Jewish Americans who have helped shape American history. With antisemitism on the rise in our country, fueled by the spread of hatred, disinformation, and Holocaust distortion online, JAHM provides an opportunity to celebrate Jewish voices and bring together all of our communities in the fight against antisemitism and hate.

JAHM was first introduced as a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives by Wasserman Schultz, and in the U.S. Senate by the late Arlen Specter in 2006. Passing unanimously, it was then established by presidential proclamation and has since been renewed every May by Presidents George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump, and Joseph Biden. Last year marked the first time that a resolution honoring Jewish American Heritage Month and the contributions of Jewish Americans passed the House of Representatives.

“At a time when antisemitic attitudes and stereotypes continue to be normalized and amplified, Jewish American Heritage Month reminds us of the Jewish American story, fueled by faith, resilience, and hope. Thank you Representatives Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Brian Fitzpatrick, Troy Carter, and Mariannette Miller-Meeks for introducing this bipartisan resolution that celebrates the accomplishments of the American Jewish community, helps us build understanding and allyship, and pushes back on the dangerous rise of antisemitism,” said Jonathan Greenblatt, ADL CEO.

“Jewish American Heritage Month is an opportunity for all Americans to get to know and understand the diversity within the Jewish community and recognize the many contributions that American Jews have made to our nation,” said Ted Deutch, CEO of American Jewish Committee. “At a time of growing antisemitism and when an increasing number of American Jews feel unsafe, I applaud Representatives Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Troy Carter, and Brian Fitzpatrick for leading this important resolution celebrating Jewish Americans and calling on us to work together to combat antisemitism in all forms.”

“As we celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month, let us honor the profound contributions of Jewish women to our country,” said Sheila Katz, CEO of National Council of Jewish Women. “Jewish women, like NCJW’s founder Hannah G. Solomon, have made valuable contributions to our country and continue to make a positive impact on America’s history, arts, sciences, politics, and culture. Their resilience, innovation, and compassion have shaped history and continue to inspire us all. We are grateful to Congresswomen Wasserman Schultz and Miller-Meeks and Congressmen Fitzpatrick and Carter for leading this resolution to celebrate the Jewish Americans who have made our country more equitable and just, and continuing to champion the diverse history and accomplishments of Jewish Americans.”

Read the complete resolution by here.