California law forces big companies to search for slavery-era ties, publish results

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law requiring large companies to search their records for ties to slavery and report the results under oath. Reparations advocates are hailing it as a milestone, but it won't take effect until lawmakers pay for it.
California law forces big companies to search for slavery-era ties, publish results

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law mandating large companies to investigate and report any connections to slavery found in their records. While advocates consider this a significant step, the law’s implementation is contingent on legislative funding.

  • California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a law requiring large companies to search their records for ties to slavery.
  • Companies must report these findings under oath.
  • Reparations advocates view the law as a milestone.
  • The law will not take effect until lawmakers allocate funds for it.
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