California lawmakers pass bills to address antisemitism , deem Jewish an ethnicity , and protect religious observance

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California lawmakers have passed several bills aimed at addressing antisemitism and protecting Jewish identity within the state. SB 1387 will officially recognize "Jewish" as an ethnic and racial identity for demographic data collection, while other legislation focuses on combating hate speech and harassment. Key measures include the Safe Worship Zone Act, which establishes protected areas around houses of worship, and rules requiring government agencies and schools to respect religious holidays. These bills, which address issues from voter guide misinformation to excused absences, are now awaiting signature from Governor Gavin Newsom.