HR. 40In Committee
Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Establishes a commission to study slavery and discrimination against African Americans and develop reparations proposals including remedies and compensation
Key points
- Establish commission on reparations
- Require final report
- Review evidence of slavery
- Assess discriminatory laws and policies
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-03 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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