Recognizing that the United States has a moral and legal obligation to provide reparations for the crime of enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm on the lives of millions of Black people in the United States.

This measure says the United States has a moral and legal duty to provide reparations for the crime of enslaving Africans and for the lasting harm this has caused millions of Black people in the country . It is a formal statement that recognizes the damage from slavery and points to the need for repair. The text does not lay out specific programs, amounts, or steps; it focuses on recognizing the obligation and the ongoing harm .

• Who is affected: Black Americans whose lives are still impacted by the legacy of slavery; communities discussing reparations; policymakers.
• What changes: This is a statement of recognition. It does not create new programs or payments by itself, but it signals support for reparations efforts.
• When: It takes effect as a formal statement if adopted, without setting timelines for actions .