Pennsylvania Senate passes bill to bar universities and pension funds from divesting from Israel

The measure, which passed by a vote of 41 to 7, also would bar the state treasurer and public pension systems from boycotting or divesting from Israel's government or commercial financial activity in that country.The bill won support from all but one Republican and most Democrats. It now goes to the House.

Judy Schwank, said she hopes it sends a message to college administrators and boards of trustees that are responsible for campus safety."Bodily harm, death threats, go beyond just hurt feelings and they certainly stretch the limits of free speech," Schwank said.Pennsylvania sends more than $2 billion annually to institutions of higher education through direct appropriations and student grants.

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Pennsylvania Senate passes bill to bar universities and pension funds from divesting from IsraelPennsylvania’s Senate has advanced legislation that would block state aid to any university that boycotts or divests from Israel. The legislation passed 41-7 on Thursday and also bars the state treasurer and public pension systems from boycotting or divesting. The bill now goes to the state House.
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