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Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans

This bill aims to establish a commission to study the history of slavery and racial discrimination in the U.S., and then propose ways to provide reparations for African Americans. The commission will examine the impact of slavery and subsequent discrimination on the current lives of African Americans, including their economic, educational, and health situations.
Key points
Establishment of a 15-member commission to investigate the history of slavery and racial discrimination in the U.S.
The commission's duty will be to develop reparation proposals, including formal apologies and potential forms of compensation.
The commission is required to submit a report with its findings and recommendations to Congress within 18 months of its first meeting.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_40
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_40.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a 15-member commission to investigate the history of slavery and racial discrimination in the U.S.
  • The commission's duty will be to develop reparation proposals, including formal apologies and potential forms of compensation.
  • The commission is required to submit a report with its findings and recommendations to Congress within 18 months of its first meeting.
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. Jackson Lee, Sheila [D-TX-18].

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 2025-12-25.

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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