The proposed bill aims to prohibit antisemitism in public elementary and secondary schools as well as in state-supported institutions of higher education in Arkansas. It introduces a new subchapter under Arkansas Code Title 6, Chapter 16, which outlines legislative findings regarding the rise of antisemitic violence and discrimination in educational settings. The bill mandates that all K-12 schools and institutions of higher education adopt policies to address and prohibit antisemitic discrimination, including the definition of antisemitism as per the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance. Schools are required to treat antisemitic harassment or discrimination similarly to other forms of discrimination prohibited by federal law and are encouraged to implement antisemitism awareness training and integrate Jewish-American heritage into their curricula.

Additionally, the bill establishes monitoring requirements, including the designation of a Title VI Coordinator by the Department of Education to oversee incidents of antisemitic discrimination and harassment. Schools and institutions must report such incidents to the Coordinator, who will investigate complaints and ensure compliance with the new regulations. The bill also includes exceptions to protect First Amendment rights and clarifies that criticism of Israel, when comparable to criticism of other countries, is not considered antisemitic. Overall, the legislation seeks to foster an educational environment that promotes understanding, tolerance, and respect for all students.