S. 40In Committee
Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act
Establishes a federal commission to study slavery and later discrimination against African Americans and recommend reparations proposals, including possible apology and compensation
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Establishes a federal commission to study slavery and later discrimination against African Americans and recommend reparations proposals, including possible apology and compensation
Key points
- Establish commission on reparations
- Review evidence of slavery
- Assess discriminatory laws and policies
- Recommend reparations proposals
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-09 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
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