The House of Representatives passed legislation Thursday that would block federal aid to any college or university that boycotts Israel. The Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026 passed the Republican-led chamber 237 to 169; 33 Democrats broke with the party line to vote in favor, while two Republicans voted against.
September 04, 2026
Virginia Foxx, a Republican from North Carolina, co-sponsored the bill.
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The House of Representatives passed legislation Thursday that would block federal aid to any college or university that boycotts Israel.
The Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act of 2026 passed the Republican-led chamber 237 to 169; 33 Democrats broke with the party line to vote in favor, while two Republicans voted against.
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