Establishes "The Truth, Reconciliation, and Repair Act of New Jersey."
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The Truth, Reconciliation, and Repair Act of New Jersey establishes a formal apology and commitment to accountability for the State’s historical role in slavery and subsequent systemic racial discrimination against Black people. It acknowledges the ongoing harms and seeks to repair the racial wealth gap and other inequities. The act directs the state to implement policies based on the recommendations of the New Jersey Reparations Council, aiming to address the legacy of slavery and promote racial justice.
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