Ohio bill would codify antisemitism definition, but opponents argue it violates free speech

By: Megan Henry

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: April 8, 2026

Words: 1,076

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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An Ohio bill would codify the definition and examples of antisemitism into law, but those opposed to the bill said it would violate free speech and be used to protect speech about Israel.

Ohio Senate Bill 87 passed the Ohio Senate last month and is now in the Ohio House Judiciary Committee. The Ohio House is on recess until May.

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