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This bill creates two new entities to educate the public about African-American history and culture: the Juneteenth Educational and Economic Commission and the Subcommittee to Study and Develop Policy Recommendations for African-Americans. The Commission, located within the Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, will consist of eight members from various academic, cultural, and advocacy backgrounds, and will be responsible for creating educational materials about Juneteenth, developing strategies to support Juneteenth education, and supporting cultural events and arts programs related to Juneteenth. The bill also establishes a Juneteenth Educational and Economic Fund to support the Commission's work. The Subcommittee, which will operate during the 2025-2026 interim period, will conduct an in-depth study of Nevada's history of racial discrimination, examining its economic, social, and historical impacts. The Subcommittee will be composed of ten members, including legislators and public representatives, and will be tasked with presenting findings and recommendations for public education, racial healing, and potential forms of rehabilitation or restitution for descendants of enslaved Africans. The bill aims to enhance understanding of African-American history and address historical inequities through research, education, and potential policy recommendations.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/NELIS/REL/83rd2025/Bill/12420/Overview