US Congress passes bill punishing universities that boycott Israel

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The US House of Representatives passed a bill by 237-169 votes that would penalize universities participating in boycotts of Israel or restricting Israeli students. The Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act now moves to the Senate, with proponents stating it counters discrimination and opponents arguing it infringes on free speech.

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Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 09/04/2026 - 18:28 The legislation threatens to cut federal aid to universities that engage in any form of boycotts against Israel A pro-Palestinian rally in New York City on 4 October 2025 (Stephanie Keith/Getty Images via AFP) Off The US House of Representatives on Thursday passed a Republican-led bill that aims to penalise universities that engage in boycotts of Israel or attempt to prevent students from participating in exchange programmes in Israel. The Protec

US Congress passes bill punishing universities that boycott Israel

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