Public Hearing on Reparations in Long Island | Hosted by Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages

Assemblywoman Michaelle Solages invites Long Island residents to speak at a Public Hearing on Reparations hosted by the New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies (NYSCCRR).

This is your opportunity to share how the lasting impacts of slavery and racial discrimination have affected your life — and to directly inform the Commission's recommendations to New York State.

• Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Location: Hempstead High School (Auditorium), 201 President St., Hempstead, NY 11550
• Watch Online: Zoom

Reserve Your Seat (Free): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/public-hearing-on-reparations-in-long-island-tickets-1989020540981?aff=oddtdtcreator

Who can attend? This hearing is open to the public. Speakers typically have about 3 minutes to provide formal testimony.

Can't attend in person? Submit written testimony by email at ReparationsCommission@reparations.ny.gov or by voicemail at 518-473-3997.

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