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Following the Supreme Court’s ruling that forced sterilization under the old Eugenics Protection Act was unconstitutional, the government and plaintiffs signed a settlement agreement. According to the agreement, the state will pay compensation of 15 million yen to each plaintiff and 2 million yen to the spouse. It also includes ongoing measures such as government apologies and reviews to prevent a recurrence. Ayuko Kato, Minister of State for Children’s Policy: “I am sincerely sorry and sincerely apologetic.” Junko Iizuka (pseudonym, 70), who was forced to undergo sterilization at 16: “What I always wanted has finally happened.” are coming true.” However, my feelings… we are not getting any better.” Defense team leader, lawyer Koji Niisato: “We call on the government to seriously apologize for the delay in restoration and compensation for damages. .” Six years have passed since the first lawsuit was filed in Japan at the Sendai District Court. Seven months later, a number of lawsuits are nearing full resolution. Plaintiff Hirokazu Chiba (70 years old): “That’s good.” In addition, a bipartisan coalition of parliamentarians plans to introduce a bill in the fall special session of Parliament that would provide similar assistance to victims who were not involved in Masu’s trial.