Reps. Thompson, Greenspan Applaud Passage of Bill Affirming Ohio's Ties with Israel

State Representatives Andy Thompson (R-Marietta) and Dave Greenspan (R-Westlake) today announced that the Ohio House passed House Concurrent Resolution 10, which condemns the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement and brings attention to incidents of anti-Semitism at college campuses in Ohio.

House Concurrent Resolution 10 aims to reinforce the relationship Ohio has with Israel by strengthening ties and increasing collaboration with the country through business, government, the arts, culture and education. The resolution also works to raise awareness about recent events across the nation where anti-Semitic sentiments and the BDS movement have been promoted on college campuses.  In an effort to protect students’ right to free speech, the resolution also urges university administrators to discipline any faculty, staff or students who violate free speech at colleges and universities in Ohio. 

“I am privileged to lead this resolution to passage in the Ohio House with my joint sponsor, Rep. Greenspan,” Rep. Thompson said. “I know how important it is for Israel and for its many friends in Ohio, especially on our college campuses.”

“This resolution sends a strong message to our state and federal leaders that the General Assembly supports peace, justice, equality, democracy and human rights for all people in the Middle East and in the United States and that we condemn all attacks against the people of Israel and those who support Israel – regardless of their national origin, religion or beliefs,” said Rep. Greenspan.

House Concurrent Resolution 10 now heads to the Senate for further consideration.