As of early 2026, H.R. 414 (or more specifically H.Res. 414) is a significant resolution in the 119th Congress focused on the issue of reparations for the descendants of enslaved Africans.
​While "H.R." usually refers to a Bill (proposed law), this specific number is most prominently associated with a House Resolution (H.Res.) that outlines a formal stance or commitment from the House of Representatives.
​Key Details of H.Res. 414
​Official Title: "Recognizing that the United States has a moral and legal obligation to provide reparations for the crime of enslavement of Africans and its lasting harm on the lives of millions of Black people in the United States."
​Primary Sponsor: Representative Summer Lee (D-PA), along with co-sponsors like Ayanna Pressley, Rashida Tlaib, and Ilhan Omar.
​Introduced: May 15, 2025 (119th Congress).
​Current Status: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
​What the Resolution Proposes
​The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of historical injustices and a call to action. Key components include:
​Financial Scope: It cites estimates that comprehensive reparations could require a minimum of $16 trillion.
​Holistic Redress: Beyond direct cash payments, it calls for a "victim-centered process" that includes a formal government apology, restoration of voting rights, and expanded support for Black farmers and educational institutions.
​Support for H.R. 40: It encourages the passage of H.R. 40, a long-standing bill that would establish a commission to formally study and develop reparation proposals.