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The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill on September 3, 2026, that penalizes universities for boycotting Israel, with a vote of 237-169. Critics argue the bill infringes on First Amendment rights, while supporters claim it regulates commercial conduct. The legislation must still pass the Senate and be signed by the President to become law.
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The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill on September 3, 2026, that penalizes universities for boycotting Israel, with a vote of 237-169. Critics argue the bill infringes on First Amendment rights, while supporters claim it regulates commercial conduct. The legislation must still pass the Senate and be signed by the President to become law.
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