Monday’s NAACP annual legislative day at Statehouse saw black leaders from Indiana weigh in on legislation that would affect everything, from education to the environment.
A controversial school curriculum bill, House Bill 1134At the rally, it was a hot topic. On the same day as it was due to receive a crucial vote on Senate floor, speakers swore their opposition. Drew Duncan, from the South Bend chapter NAACP, stated that it would effectively erase Black history in the classroom.
Duncan stated that they are trying to erase American history from the books. We are part of this country. We are proud to have contributed to its creation.
Many lawmakers also discussed their efforts to defeat the GOP-backed legislation. John Bartlett (D.Indianapolis), said that between education bills, and a measure to end handgun permits for sale, lawmakers are sending a dire message to Hoosiers.
Bartlett stated, “We want to rob and arm you with a gun but not education.” Just think about that.
Leaders strongly oppose several bills that would adversely impact Black, Brown, as well as low-income communities.
The state’s approach to energy and environmental topics may be more important than ever.
The Biden administration pledged to send 40 percent of federal fundingto the communities most affected, including those of Black, Brown, and low income communities. It is the state’s responsibility to distribute the majority of these dollars.
How will we ensure our members, constituents, and our communities get their fair shares? Denise Abdul-Rahman (indian NAACP state environmental climate justice chair) said.
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Gov. Eric Holcomb Joined 15 other governors in a LetterWe urge the Biden administration not to prioritise equity or climate change and instead to let states manage federal infrastructure funding.
Abdul-Rahman, among others, expressed support for an amend to House Bill 1221To install more electric vehicle charging stations within diverse communities House Bill1196 A bill that will allow Hoosiers to have solar power access through their homeowner associations.
Abdul-Rahman stated that the NAACP opposes bills that would allow companies underground storage of carbon emissions and encourage the construction of small nuclear reactors in the state.
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