The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) has identified 14 key reparations bills as top priorities for this year, aiming to advance them through the Legislature. These bills are designed to test the Legislature’s commitment to racial justice without triggering widespread rejection that could hinder the overall reparations movement.
“We are aware that everyone in the state is watching us, but also everyone in this nation, but also in this world,” said Assemblymember Akilah Weber (D-San Diego).
These bills are based on two years of work by the California Reparations Task Force, whose efforts have been closely followed by KQED. The task force’s final report, released in June 2023, included over 100 policy recommendations, along with a proposal for direct cash payments to qualifying residents. However, none of the current bills feature cash payouts.
