Summary
The Maryland House of Delegates voted to override a veto by Governor Wes Moore to create a commission that will study reparations for slavery. The commission will examine how the state can provide benefits to people whose ancestors were enslaved in Maryland or affected by unfair government policies.
Key Facts
- The Maryland House overrode Governor Wes Moore's veto to set up a commission on slavery reparations.
- The commission will study and recommend benefits for descendants of enslaved people in Maryland.
- Proposed benefits could include apologies, financial compensation, and social services.
- Governor Moore, who is Maryland’s first Black governor, initially vetoed the bill, urging action over more studies.
- The state legislature, controlled by Democrats, decided a formal study was necessary.
- The commission is required to give a preliminary report by January 1, 2027, and a final report by November 1, 2027.
- The move comes amid national conversations on diversity and inclusion programs.
