New Yorkers for Reparations has assembled statements from a diverse group of public figures and advocacy organizations representing New Yorkers across the state, supporting today’s official launch of the historic New York State Reparations Commission and excitement for what the commission does in the coming months.

A diverse group of grassroots, policy, and advocacy organizations representing New Yorkers across the state issued statements celebrating Governor Kathy Hochul’s decision to sign the first-ever New York State reparations commission into law.

Dozens of grassroots organizations in New York and internationally submitted a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul today urging her to sign S1163A/A7691—legislation to create a New York State community commission on reparations remedies—without further delay.