The New York City Council unveiled a new five-point plan on Friday aimed at combating rising antisemitism.<\/p>\n
The five-point plan includes a dedicated hotline and several bills focused on public safety.<\/p>\n
“This piece of legislation will establish a safe perimeter around entrances and exits at schools and houses of worship, prohibiting harassment and intimidation,” NYC Council Speaker Julie Menin said.<\/p>\n
Menin also announced more than $1 million in funding for youth education on the Holocaust at the Museum of Jewish Heritage.<\/p>\n
The plan also proposes a needs-based reimbursement program to help private schools install security camera systems, prioritizing institutions with limited resources. It will also fund a new city-supported program to fund security training for Jewish organizations and institutions.<\/p>\n
The announcement comes amid a documented rise in antisemitic incidents nationwide and heightened concerns about safety around religious institutions in the city.<\/p>\n
According to the NYPD, antisemitic incidents accounted for nearly 60% of reported hate crimes in 2025. Only about 10% of New York City residents are Jewish, data shows.<\/p>\n
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