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Committee votes on bills addressing slavery's legacy

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The Committee on Civil and Human Rights voted to pass all four bills related to addressing the legacy of slavery in New York City. The vote was unanimous, with all members present voting in favor.

  • Yeas: 4
  • Nays: 0
  • Abstentions: 0

The bills passed include:

  • Intro 279-A: Study on impacts of slavery and potential reparative measures
  • Intro 242-A: Creation of a truth, healing, and reconciliation process
  • Intro 833-A: Installation of a sign marking New York's first slave market
  • Intro 471-A: Establishment of a New York City Freedom Trail task force
William Martin
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Joseph?
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Hi.
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By voter 4 in the affirmative, 0 in the negative, and no extensions, all items have been adopted by the committee.
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