S.2940

Prohibits institution of higher education from authorizing, funding, or supporting hate speech or antisemitic events and organizations.

Introduced·3/11/24
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2940 prohibits higher education institutions from supporting events or organizations promoting antisemitism or hate speech on campus.

New Jersey S2940 aims to safeguard Jewish students, faculty, and staff from hostile learning environments by prohibiting institutions of higher education from authorizing, funding, or supporting events or organizations that promote antisemitism or hate speech. The bill defines "antisemitism" according to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition. This act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

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Where it stands

Current
Higher Eduction Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 11, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Higher Education Committee