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Legislation would grant additional funds to synagogues for security

The Protecting Faith-Based and Nonprofit Organizations From Terrorism Act authorizes $75 million annually for four years for the Department of Homeland Security’s Nonprofit Security Grant Program.

By Marcy Oster May 19, 2019 12:47 pm

US senators cite rising threats to religious institutions in seeking more money for nonprofits’ security

The lawmaker who initiated the request alluded to Saturday’s attack in Poway.

May 2, 2019 10:22 am

Senators Cardin and Portman write to ACLU to defend anti-BDS bill

The measure's co-sponsors say it narrowly targets commercial activity.

July 21, 2017 2:58 pm

Bipartisan bill in House and Senate targets settlement boycotters with fines

By Ron Kampeas March 24, 2017 11:57 am

Senate unanimously signs letter urging action on threats to Jewish institutions

March 7, 2017 12:42 pm

House bill extends fines to compliance with BDS, settlement boycotts

November 15, 2016 5:11 pm

In battle for the Senate, the Iran nuclear deal is looming large

By Ron Kampeas October 6, 2016 5:39 pm

J Street to launch ad campaign against Iran deal foes in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin

October 5, 2016 5:49 am

Republican Jewish Coalition goes door to door for senators in 3 swing states

September 13, 2016 6:22 am

Republican Jewish Coalition targeting 4 races where GOP senators are at risk

March 29, 2016 10:35 am

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