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Dear Senator,
I am an alumni member of Alpha Epsilon Pi and a resident of Indiana. Alpha Epsilon Pi is the Jewish Fraternity, headquartered in Indiana and having 150 chapters across North America, including at Indiana University and Purdue University where I am affiliated. I write to you concerning the fight against antisemitism and to urge you to support HB 1002 by ensuring that it receives a hearing in the Senate.
I join Alpha Epsilon Pi in strongly endorsing the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism and HB 1002. Given the alarming rise in antisemitic incidents in the past three months, taking a strong stand against antisemitism is more important than ever.
Among other public benefits, the IHRA working definition serves as an educational tool to aid educators and administrators who are responsible for identifying and combating antisemitism on campus. 34 states, the U.S. Department of State, and over 1,200 institutions globally, including more than 50 Jewish organizations and institutions in Indiana, have endorsed this definition. By adopting this definition, Indiana aligns itself with a widely accepted standard across the country, promoting a unified stance against antisemitism.
HB 1002, which adds the IHRA definition to the education code, not the criminal code, is a critical step in this direction. The definition does not preclude criticism of Israel similar to that of any other country. The House approved HB 1002 with a 83-0 vote, and we hope that the Senate will approve it as well.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter. I urge you to hear HB 1002, as I trust that your commitment to fostering an inclusive and safe community will guide your decision.