US EditionMaryland lawmakers approve measure to study reparations for slavery
- Maryland lawmakers voted 101-36 to create a commission to study reparations for slavery and the effects of racial discrimination in the state.
- The bill will be considered by Governor Wes Moore, who acknowledged the ongoing impacts of racism in Maryland.
- Potential reparations may include monetary compensation and property tax rebates among other forms of assistance.
- The measure was prioritized by the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland, which is the largest Black caucus in state legislatures.
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House rejects GOP amendments, gives final approval to bill creating Reparations Commission - Maryland Matters
Del. Aletheia McCaskill (D-Baltimore County) receives a hug April 2 from Del. Bernice Mireku-North (D-Montgomery) after the House of Delegates voted to create a Reparations Commission. (Photo by William J. Ford/Maryland Matters)It’s done. The House of Delegates gave final approval Wednesday evening to a bill that would create a Maryland Reparations Commission, sending the measure to the governor for his signature. The 101-36 party-line vote woul…
Maryland Governor receives bill to establish commission exploring possible slavery reparations
A bill that would establish a commission to explore a range of options related to slavery reparations is now on Gov. Wes Moore’s desk. Options include an apology, payments or policy measures to make amends. The legislation is controversial but significant, with State House Republicans putting up a fight. Their arguments honed in on potential costs. Bill supporters contend it will bring people together. “You can’t have unity without justice, and …
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