International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance

Missouri:

Governor signs law adopting IHRA antisemitism definition

Missouri governor signs law adopting IHRA antisemitism definition for schools and colleges, aimed at strengthening protections against bias.

Wisconsin:

Governor signs landmark IHRA antisemitism definition bill to law

Wisconsin law AB 446 adopts the IHRA definition of antisemitism to guide agencies and schools in addressing bias while protecting free speech.

Unanimous vote

Florida city approves IHRA antisemitism definition

Parkland, Florida, unanimously adopts the IHRA definition of antisemitism, with Jewish residents urging action.

Over IHRA reversal

NY Governor candidate Blakeman attacks Hochul, Mamdani

Bruce Blakeman urges New York to adopt the IHRA antisemitism definition, criticizing Gov. Hochul and Mayor Mamdani for resisting or reversing it amid rising antisemitism.

Unanimous vote

Chicago adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

Chicago unanimously adopts the IHRA definition of antisemitism, adding it to city law as officials say it is needed to confront rising Jew hatred.

Conf. of Presidents CEO:

'Mamdani cancelling Adams' antisemitism orders troubling sign'

Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish organizations CEO William Daroff condemns Zohran Mamdani for cancelling the order recognizing the IHRA definition of antisemitism.

Keeps antisemitism office

Mamdani scraps Adams’ Israel‑related orders

Newly sworn-in NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani revokes all Adams orders issued after his indictment, including the IHRA definition and an anti‑boycott rule, while pledging continued support for the city’s antisemitism office.

Lawmakers slam Mamdani's rejection of IHRA

NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani’s rejection of the IHRA definition of antisemitism and support for BDS draws sharp criticism from US Reps. Gottheimer and Lawler, who call his stance "shameful and dangerous."

Wisconsin considers adopting IHRA antisemitism definition

Wisconsin may adopt the IHRA's antisemitism definition, a move 37 states have made. Such legislation would require state bodies to use the definition to combat the rising tide of antisemitism.

Mamdani to end NYC's recognition of IHRA antisemitism definition

Democratic socialist frontrunner in the NYC mayoral race plans to undo Mayor Adams' executive order adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism, which was meant to combat the wave of anti-Jewish hate crimes in the city.

Sixth Latin American nation

Costa Rica embraces IHRA definition of antisemitism

Costa Rica adopts the IHRA working definition of antisemitism, becoming the sixth Latin American nation to do so. Jewish organizations praise the move as a vital step amid a global rise in Jew-hatred.

Amid reports of settlement:

Columbia U adopts antisemitism definition

Columbia adopts Israel-related antisemitism definition as it negotiates with Trump administration.

In landmark order:

NYC adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

New York City Mayor Eric Adams signs an executive order adopting the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition of antisemitism and urges the City Council to codify the definition into law.

Herzog to world leaders:

Silence is complicity in Hamas’ crimes

Speaking at an international conference in Jerusalem, President Herzog called for a united global front to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas and to confront the escalating wave of antisemitism worldwide.

Netanyahu at IHRA Conference:

'Israel fights civilization's war against barbarism'

Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses the IHRA Conference, warning that antisemitism is a virulent disease threatening all free societies, not just Jews.

Sa’ar: 'Israel will be eliminated' if disarmed

Minister warns against arms embargoes and ICC bias, says "Israel will be eliminated" if stripped of defense capabilities.

Oklahoma Governor signs landmark antisemitism bills into law

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt signs two bills into law adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism, requiring public schools to incorporate it into conduct codes and training.

Tennessee passes bill to combat antisemitism in schools

Tennessee lawmakers pass a bill targeting antisemitic discrimination across public schools and universities. The legislation, which integrates the IHRA definition of antisemitism, now awaits Governor Bill Lee's decision.

New legislation

Oklahoma passes bills to protect Jewish students, fight hate

Oklahoma state Senate passes two key bills aimed at safeguarding Jewish students and addressing antisemitism on college campuses. Republican state Senator Kristen Thompson: "Antisemitism has no place in our state."

Israel assumes presidency of IHRA

Yad Vashem Chairman Dani Dayan will serve as Chair of the IHRA during Israel's presidency, which runs through February 2026.

Outgoing IHRA chief:

Holocaust distortion more dangerous than denial

International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance secretary-general Kathrin Meyer says she considers Holocaust distortion particularly dangerous, especially as the number of survivors dwindles with each passing year.

Research:

More Jew-hatred correlated with non-use of IHRA definition

New research shows that states which did not implement the IHRA Definition of Antisemitism have a higher prevalence of Jew-hatred on campuses.

Rep. Ritchie Torres:

'Anti-Zionism is or can be a form of antisemitism'

Rep. Ritchie Torres: 'If you’re making antisemitic threats or tropes that substitute the word ‘Zionist’ for ‘Jew’, you’re guilty of both Anti-Zionism and antisemitism.'

Florida:

DeSantis signs bill codifying IHRA antisemitism definition

Florida Governor signs law defining antisemitism in state law, which was widely supported in the legislature. Combat Antisemitism Movement praises the move.

North Carolina approves antisemitism bill

North Carolina House passes bill making the IHRA working definition of antisemitism the state’s guidelines in assessing hate crimes.

Amid uptick in antisemitism at home

UK assumes IHRA presidency

The theme of the UK presidency is 'In Plain Sight,' drawing attention to the fact that the Holocaust did not happen in a dark corner.

Antisemitism legislation:

Indiana governor shoots down amended IHRA bill

Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb vetoes HB 1002, reiterates state’s support for entire IHRA antisemitism definition.

Foreign Min.:

Hamas wants to destroy Israel and the Jewish people

Foreign Minister Israel Katz praises South Dakota adoption of IHRA antisemitism definition, says Hamas 'wants to destroy the State of Israel because they want to destroy the Jewish people.'

Fighting antisemitism in South Dakota:

Gov. signs law requiring use of IHRA definition

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem signs bill into law codifying IHRA antisemitism definition.

Father of murdered lone soldier runs for Senate

David Lubin, father of lone soldier killed in Jerusalem stabbing attack, is running for Georgia state Senate.

Las Vegas adopts IHRA antisemitism definition

In ‘powerful statement against hatred,’ Las Vegas City Council adopts IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism.

Georgia Governor signs new antisemitism law

Governor Brian Kemp signs law defining antisemitism in state law, after it was approved by lawmakers last week.

New Georgia bill defines antisemitism in state law

Lawmakers in state of Georgia pass a bill that would define antisemitism in state law, after the legislation stalled in a Senate committee in 2023.

Missouri Gov.:

'Hate and discrimination have no home in Missouri'

CAM welcomes Missouri’s adoption of the IHRA Definition of Antisemitism. 'Vital that Jews receive the protection necessary.'

Warsaw adopts IHRA working definition of antisemitism

Polish capital becomes the latest in a host of capital cities in the world to adopt this definition.

42nd country:

Panama adopts IHRA antisemitism definition

CAM lauds Panama's decision to adopt IHRA antisemitism definition.

CAM to Argentina governor:

'Fighting against hate speech key in fight against antisemitism'

CAM honors Entre Rios Governor Gustavo Bordet for leadership in fight against antisemitism in Argentina.

Israeli amb. calls on parliaments to adopt IHRA definition

At IPU Morocco, Amb. Danny Danon calls for global parliaments to adopt IHRA definition of antisemitism.

Kosovo's parliament endorses IHRA definition of antisemitism

79 MPs from Kosovo's parliament endorse the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism.

Diaspora Min. lauds WH decision on IHRA antisemitism definition

'Rise in antisemitism requires a continued & persistent effort, as well as an investment in Holocaust education,' Diaspora Min. Chikli says.

US embraces IHRA defnition of antisemitism

White House unveils national strategy to combat antisemitism, the 'most ambitious government-led effort to fight antisemitism in history.'

ZOA urges Biden: Recognize IHRA definition of antisemitism

ZOA to President Biden: Help protect the safety of the Jewish people, recognize the IHRA definition of antisemitism.

Ronald Lauder urges WH not to undermine IHRA antisemitism def

WJC president reacts to report that Biden admin to include alternate progressive antisemitism definition in action plan.

Hundreds of rabbis:

Biden administration should use IHRA antisemitism definition

'A comprehensive report on antisemitism might not be comprehensive without defining antisemitism.'

Jewish orgs urge inclusion of IHRA definition in UN Action Plan

Joint letter from 160 Jewish organizations calls on UN Under Secretary-General to include IHRA definition in antisemitism plan.

Virginia officially adopts IHRA antisemitism definition

Definition of antisemitism will be used as a tool by state's public service to combat and prevent antisemitic hate crimes.

Newfoundland and Labrador adopt IHRA antisemitism definition

Jewish communities Friends of Simon Wiesenthal, and CIJA applaud adoption of framework to identify, understand, and combat antisemitism.

Australia:

Jews outraged after Adelaide university rejects IHRA definition

University, whose student magazine called for 'Death to Israel,' under fire for not consulting with Jewish leaders before rejecting IHRA.

Latvian government endorses IHRA definition of antisemitism

National action plan will enshrine preventative measures against antisemitism into legal code.

South Carolina:

Jewish politician urges state to adopt IHRA definition

Lawmaker also calls for state to pass hate crime bill, as antisemitism rises at alarming rate.

Australia:

University blasted for rejecting IHRA antisemitism definition

Canberra university denounced by community leaders for not consulting Jewish students and ignoring threat of modern antisemitism.

AJC blasts NGOs for demanding UN reject IHRA definition

American Jewish Committee calls IHRA definition ‘Indispensable tool’ to fight antisemitism.

Georgia:

Antisemitism bill falls to pass after lobbying effort by CAIR

Anti-Israel group sought for years to block proposal to add IHRA definition of antisemitism to state's hate crime laws.

B’nai Brith Canada hosts IHRA roundtable in Alberta

Series promotes adoption of antisemitism definition by governments, jurisdictions and organizations, and offers strategies to combat hate.

Georgia bill to adopt IHRA antisemitism definition fails

Measure dies in state senate after amendment passes to change IHRA definition to remove many instances of antisemitism.

US profs slam bar assoc. for refusing to adopt IHRA definition

Law academics release petition urging American Bar Association to reconsider after giving in to pressure from left wing activists.

Alberta legislature endorses IHRA definition of antisemitism

B'nai Brith Canada praises provincial politicians for following government's lead and committing to combating antisemitism.

B’nai Brith Canada promotes IHRA adoption for government bodies

Advocacy organization holds symposium sharing with governments and jurisdictions the importance of adopting IHRA definition of antisemitism.

IHRA definition bill passes Georgia House of Representatives

Internationally recognized definition of antisemitism moves step closer to becoming part of Georgia state law.

Amid rise in antisemitism:

Virginia legislature adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin to sign bill passed by the legislature adopting IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism.