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fromJewish Insider
1 day ago

Final New York state buffer bill to make blocking access to religious institutions a misdemeanor

Knowingly obstructing access or egress to religious institutions within 50 feet becomes a Class B misdemeanor in New York.
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fromThe Forward
2 months ago

NYC Council approves 'buffer zone' legislation insulating houses of worship from protests

New York City Council passed legislation to protect synagogues from disruptive protests, ensuring safety while preserving free speech rights.
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fromPrism
2 months ago

New York 'buffer' bills part of wider crackdown on leftist protests

New York City proposed buffer zone legislation around houses of worship and educational institutions targeting pro-Palestine protests, but amendments rendered the bills redundant to existing NYPD procedures.
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
2 months ago

Pro-Israel and anti-Zionist Jews clash at NYC Council hearing on protest 'buffer zones' - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

The buffer zone proposal has drawn a split response since its introduction in January. Many pro-Israel Jews have lauded it as a way to curb intimidation in a tense climate, while opponents say it would inappropriately clamp down on constitutionally protected speech, including against pro-Israel events.
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