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SF 2368

Minnesota Migration Act establishment; study of and reparation grant appropriation for American descendants of chattel slavery who reside in Minnesota

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Liz Boldon and 4 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill authorizes study and reparation grants for state residents descended from enslaved people, establishing framework for compensation program.

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Bill Summary · SF 2368

Legislative bill overview

SF 2368 proposes establishing the Minnesota Migration Act, which would authorize a comprehensive study of reparations for American descendants of chattel slavery residing in Minnesota and appropriate funds for reparation grants to eligible individuals. The bill creates a framework for identifying and compensating descendants of enslaved people within the state.

Why is this important

Reparations legislation addresses historical injustices and their ongoing economic impacts on Black Americans, including wealth gaps, homeownership disparities, and generational poverty traceable to slavery and subsequent discriminatory policies. The study component would provide data-driven analysis specific to Minnesota's population, informing the scope and structure of any compensation program.

Potential points of contention

  • Eligibility criteria: Defining who qualifies as an "American descendant of chattel slavery" raises complex questions about documentation, ancestry verification, and potential inclusion/exclusion disputes
  • Funding and cost: The appropriation amount and source of funding remain undefined in the bill introduction, raising concerns about fiscal feasibility and competing state budget priorities
  • Implementation precedent: Minnesota would be among the first states to establish a reparations grant program, creating uncertainty about administrative structure, potential legal challenges, and long-term sustainability

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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