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Commission to Study Reparation Proposals for African Americans

This act establishes a commission to study the history of slavery and discrimination against African Americans in the U.S. Its purpose is to develop reparation proposals, including formal apologies and potential forms of compensation, to address long-standing economic, educational, and social harms. Citizens can expect the commission's findings to influence public discourse and potential future policies on equality and social justice.
Key points
Establishes a 13-member commission to examine slavery and discrimination against African Americans from 1619 to the present.
The commission will recommend ways to educate the public and propose remedies, including forms of compensation and rehabilitation.
A report with findings and recommendations is due to Congress within one year of the commission's first meeting.
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Additional Information
Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act
Print number: S 40
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2021-01-25