Condemning the antisemitic shooting in Sydney, Australia, and all forms of hatred and violence directed at religious communities.
HRES 956 is a symbolic resolution passed by the U.S. House of Representatives condemning an antisemitic attack that occurred during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, on December 14, 2025. It expresses strong condemnation of the shooting (which caused deaths and injuries), extends condolences to victims and the Australian Jewish community, and affirms the right to worship freely. The resolution also reaffirms the U.S. commitment to combating antisemitism and terrorism and urges the Australian government to address rising antisemitism and protect religious communities. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or directly affect any individuals or groups.
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Introduced Dec 17, 2025
Last action Dec 17, 2025
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Dec 17, 2025
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Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
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1 primary · 21 co-sponsors
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Gregory W. Meeks
DDemocratic
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Brad Sherman
DDemocratic
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Brian J. Mast
RRepublican
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Debbie Wasserman Schultz
DDemocratic
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Derek Tran
DDemocratic
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Earl L. "Buddy" Carter
RRepublican
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Ed Case
DDemocratic
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Eleanor Holmes Norton
DDemocratic
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Eric Swalwell
DDemocratic
Co
Gabe Amo
DDemocratic
Co
Jared Moskowitz
DDemocratic
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