New Jersey establishes "The Truth, Reconciliation, and Repair Act" to acknowledge and address the harms of slavery and systemic racial discrimination.
The Truth, Reconciliation, and Repair Act of New Jersey acknowledges the state's role in slavery and systemic racial discrimination, apologizing for these harms. The act commits to addressing the lingering consequences of slavery and discrimination, including economic disparities, educational inequities, and health disparities. It urges institutions to teach the history of slavery and its ongoing effects. The Amistad Commission will integrate the New Jersey Reparations Council's report into educational standards.
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