BOCA RATON, Fla. (WMBB) – Today, the Anti-Defamation League released an index on Jewish Policy, pronouncing Florida as a leading state across all categories.
The first iteration of the JPI Index found nine states are leading the way in combating antisemitism through legislative action: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, New York, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.
“The Jewish Policy Index is both a roadmap and a reality check,” said Danny Barefoot, Senior Director of ADL’s Ratings and Assessments Institute. “Too many states are still falling short when it comes to protecting their Jewish communities. This isn’t just a ranking — it’s a tool for change. We built the Index to push policy forward, equip advocates with data, and hold lawmakers accountable. Fighting antisemitism requires more than outrage — it demands action, and that’s exactly what this Index is designed to drive.”
The JPI evaluates all 50 states based on 22 criteria, grouped into three key categories: Prioritize Fighting Antisemitism, Educate About the Jewish Experience, and Protect Jewish Communities.
The ADL has documented a 344 percent increase in antisemitic incidents across the U.S. over the last five years.
While the Index measures the presence of legislation and initiatives, it does not necessarily reflect ADL’s endorsement of a law’s specific language or implementation, nor does it assess the overall experience of Jewish residents in any state.
If you’d like to view the index, you can do so by clicking here.
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