What does ESTABLISHMENT AND DUTIES. of Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act do?

The Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans is established. The Commission's duties include identifying and compiling documentation of the institution of slavery, identifying forms of discrimination, and recommending remedies. The Commission will examine the treatment of African slaves, the role of the Federal and State governments, and the lingering negative effects of slavery. The Commission will recommend ways to educate the public and provide appropriate remedies, including compensation and rehabilitation measures. The Commission will submit a written report to Congress within one year of its first meeting.

What does POWERS OF THE COMMISSION. of Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act do?

The Commission may hold hearings and sessions to carry out the Act's provisions. The Commission can request witness attendance and document production. Subcommittees and members may take authorized actions on the Commission's behalf. The Commission can acquire information from executive branch departments and agencies.

What does ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS. of Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act do?

This section outlines administrative provisions for the Commission. The Commission can appoint and set compensation for its personnel, subject to limitations. Commission personnel can be appointed without regard to certain civil service laws, but compensation cannot exceed the daily equivalent of Executive Schedule Level IV pay. The Commission may hire experts and consultants, with rate limits. The Commission can obtain administrative support services from the Administrator of General Services through reimbursement agreements. The Commission may procure supplies, services, and property by contract, subject to appropriations Acts. The Commission can enter into contracts with various entities for research, surveys, and other activities, also subject to appropriations Acts.

What does AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS. of Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act do?

This section authorizes appropriations to carry out the provisions of the Act. A total of $12,000,000 is authorized for appropriation.

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Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act

Q: What does Preamble of Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act do?

This bill aims to address the injustices of slavery in the US and the 13 American colonies between 1619 and 1865. A commission will be established to study and consider a national apology and proposal for reparations. The commission will make recommendations to Congress on remedies for the impact of slavery and subsequent discrimination on living African Americans.

Q: What does SHORT TITLE. of Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act do?

This bill is formally titled the ``Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act''.

Q: What does FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. of Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act do?

This section establishes findings regarding the history of slavery and its ongoing effects in the United States. It notes that approximately 4,000,000 Africans and their descendants were enslaved in the U.S. and its colonies between 1619 and 1865. The text highlights that slavery was legally sanctioned by the U.S. government from 1789 to 1865 and that discriminatory practices continued after abolition. The purpose of the Act is to create a commission to study and develop reparation proposals for African Americans. The commission will examine the impacts of slavery, discrimination against freed slaves, and the lingering negative effects on living African Americans and society. The commission's duties include recommending ways to educate the public about its findings and suggesting appropriate remedies. The commission is required to submit its findings and recommendations to Congress.

Q: What does MEMBERSHIP. of Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act do?

The Commission will consist of 13 members. Three members are appointed by the President, three by the Speaker of the House, and one by the President pro tempore of the Senate. Six members are selected from civil society and reparations organizations focused on reparatory justice. Members must be qualified through education, training, activism, or experience, particularly in African-American studies and reparatory justice. The terms of office for members are for the life of the Commission. A quorum for the Commission is seven members. The Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members are compensated up to the equivalent of the annual rate of basic pay for a position at level IV of the Executive Schedule, except for federal employees and Members of Congress. Members will be reimbursed for travel, subsistence, and other necessary expenses.

Q: What does TERMINATION. of Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans Act do?

The Commission shall terminate after submitting its report Termination occurs 90 days after report submission to Congress

Last updated: 1/9/2025 · Introduced: 1/9/2025

Author: Cory Booker (D-NJ)

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The bill establishes a commission to study and develop reparation proposals for African Americans, examining the impacts of slavery and subsequent discrimination on living African Americans and society.
The commission will identify and compile documentation of the institution of slavery, identify forms of discrimination, and recommend remedies, including compensation and rehabilitation measures.
The commission will submit a written report to Congress within one year of its first meeting, providing recommendations on ways to educate the public about its findings and suggesting appropriate remedies.

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