“This funding boost over the Subcommittee’s initial proposal is a very welcome and good start. We appreciate the Appropriations Committee’s bipartisan effort to increase funding for the NSGP at such a critical time. With threats against the Jewish community surging, every additional dollar makes a difference in protecting lives.

“That said, the need far exceeds current funding levels, and we will continue to work with allies in Congress toward the $500 million funding target. That level of funding is what our community needs, and it is supported by a strong bipartisan coalition.

“We thank DHS Appropriations Subcommittee Chair Rep. Mark Amodei (R-NV) for his commitment to the safety of all faith communities and his leadership in passing this amendment. We also thank Reps. Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ), Celeste Maloy (R-UT), Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL), Grace Meng (D-NY), and Steny Hoyer (D-MD) for their partnership in this effort.”

The Orthodox Union Advocacy Center continues to call for robust, sustained investment in securing vulnerable religious communities across the country.

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