Illinois commission seeks public input on potential statewide reparations program

As Evanston navigates the implementation of direct cash payments to recipients of the Restorative Housing Program, a state commission is hoping to gain input from the public on a possible statewide reparations program. In 2022, the Illinois Economic Opportunity Act authorized the African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission. The commission is responsible for researching and educating the...

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