California Reparations Bill Would Require State Licensing Boards To Favor Black Applicants
A proposed California reparations bill would require occupational licensing boards in the state to prioritize black applicants, especially descendants of slaves. A.B. 2862, introduced last week by Assemblyman Mike Gipson (D.), would update California’s Business and Professions Code, seemingly requiring every certification board in the state—including medical boards—to favor black applicants. The bill’s preamble mentions