Florida Senate approves creation of a statewide antisemitism task force

By: Mitch Perry

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: March 5, 2026

Words: 288

Last Updated: 5 days, 9 hours ago

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The Florida Senate has approved creation of a statewide 18-member task force on antisemitism that must submit a report and policy recommendations to the governor and legislative leaders.

The measure (SB 1072) was approved Wednesday after lawmakers supported an amendment by bill sponsor Alexis Calatayud, R-Miami Dade, clarifying that the definition of antisemitism “does not include criticism of Israel which is similar to criticism of any other country.”

The group would have a range …

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