California Native Americans: formal apology.
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Overview
This bill requires the State of California to formally apologize for the harms and atrocities committed against California Native Americans by the state and its representatives. It mandates the creation and installation of a plaque in the State Capitol Building to commemorate this apology, mirroring a similar action taken for African Americans. The bill also directs the Legislature to prepare the formal apology and requires the Secretary of State to archive it permanently, with funding secured through grants and donations.
Key provisions
- Requires the State of California to formally apologize for harms and atrocities against California Native Americans.
- Mandates the installation of a plaque in the State Capitol Building to commemorate the apology.
- Directs the Legislature to prepare and sign a formal apology.
- Requires the Secretary of State to archive the formal apology permanently.
- Authorizes the Department of General Services and Joint Rules Committee to receive and continuously appropriate funds for the plaque's design, construction, and maintenance.
- Specifies procedures for the design, construction, and dedication of the plaque, including ADA compliance and environmental review.
- Requires the formal apology to bear the Great Seal of California and be signed by key state leaders.
- References previous legislation regarding apologies to African Americans and the establishment of a memorial plaque.
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