California Senate Advances Key Reparations Proposals for Black Residents

Legislation includes creating an agency to assist with lineage research and funds for compensating unjust property seizures.

The California Senate passed bills to establish a reparations agency and compensation fund for Black families.
The legislation follows recommendations from a task force studying state-sanctioned racism and discrimination.
Proposals include aiding Black families in researching their lineage and addressing property taken through eminent domain.
Some lawmakers express concerns over the financial feasibility given the state's budget deficit.
The bills now move to the state Assembly for further consideration.