Passed One ChamberFiled May 11, 2026
Sponsor: Kimberly Du Buclet
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Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee
Jul 1, 2026
Summary
The resolution formally acknowledges the artistic, cultural, and historical importance of the Benin Bronzes and the injustices tied to their colonial removal. It encourages museums, universities and other cultural institutions to work with source communities and scholars to present these artifacts responsibly. The measure aims to promote public education, cultural healing, and truthful interpretation of the bronzes’ connection to the trans‑Atlantic slave trade and colonial violence.
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