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Recognizing Obligation for Reparations for Enslavement and Its Harms

This resolution recognizes the United States' moral and legal obligation to provide reparations for the enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm. It highlights the need to address historical injustices that continue to impact millions of Black people in the U.S., including economic, social, and health disparities.
Key points
Calls for recognition of the U.S. government's moral and legal obligation to provide reparations for enslavement.
Emphasizes the need for financial compensation and other forms of redress for descendants of enslaved people.
Encourages support and implementation of H.R. 40, a bill to establish a commission to study and develop reparation proposals.
Urges formal apologies for the institution of chattel slavery and subsequent discriminatory practices.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HRES_414
Sponsor: Rep. Bush, Cori [D-MO-1]
Process start date: 2023-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Recognizing that the United States has a moral and legal obligation to provide reparations for the enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm on the lives of millions of Black people in the United States.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_414.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Calls for recognition of the U.S. government's moral and legal obligation to provide reparations for enslavement.
  • Emphasizes the need for financial compensation and other forms of redress for descendants of enslaved people.
  • Encourages support and implementation of H.R. 40, a bill to establish a commission to study and develop reparation proposals.
  • Urges formal apologies for the institution of chattel slavery and subsequent discriminatory practices.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bush, Cori [D-MO-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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