Analyst Brief June 08, 2026

H.R. 6297 — PEACE Act, as amended

Current Status

Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute

Executive Summary

The PEACE Act requires the Department of State to formally assess and consult with Congress regarding the persistent and growing threat of antisemitism and international terrorism in Europe. Against the backdrop of rising global antisemitic incidents, this legislation shifts the status quo by mandating specific, recurring congressional consultations by the Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs. This ensures sustained diplomatic engagement with European allies to protect transatlantic stability and the safety of U.S. citizens and institutions abroad.

Bill Data

Primary Sponsor

Rep. Fine (R-FL)

Bill Number

H.R. 6297

Session

119th

Co-Sponsors

None
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Arguments For

  • Political Cover: Provides members with a clear, highly defensible vote demonstrating a strong commitment to combating global antisemitism.
  • Oversight & Accountability: Forces the State Department to prioritize diplomatic engagement on antisemitism in Europe, ensuring the issue remains a top foreign policy priority rather than being sidelined.

Likely Supporters

RepublicansDemocratsAmerican Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC)Anti-Defamation League (ADL)American Jewish Committee (AJC)

Arguments Against

  • Administrative Burden: Creates potentially duplicative consultation requirements for the State Department, which already houses a Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Antisemitism.
  • Narrow Scope: Critics might argue the bill focuses too narrowly on Europe, missing an opportunity to address global or domestic antisemitism more comprehensively.

Likely Opponents

Non-interventionist/Isolationist think tanks (opposing additional State Dept mandates)

📋 Key Provisions

  • Expresses a Sense of Congress that the State Department should assess the threat of antisemitism in Europe and diplomatically engage governments of apparent concern.
  • Mandates the Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs to consult with the House Foreign Affairs and Senate Foreign Relations Committees within 180 days of enactment.
  • Requires annual follow-up consultations with the appropriate congressional committees for two years following the initial consultation.
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Requires the State Department to consult with Congress within 180 days of enactment.

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Mandates annual follow-up consultations for two years.

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"and annually thereafter for two years"

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Defines appropriate committees as House Foreign Affairs and Senate Foreign Relations.

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"Committee on Foreign Affairs of the"