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Introduced
02/25/2021
02/25/2021
In Committee
03/01/2021
03/01/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Session
Bill Summary
North Carolina CROWN Act
AI Summary
This bill, the North Carolina CROWN Act, prohibits discrimination in employment based on traits historically associated with race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists. It amends the state's existing employment laws to explicitly prohibit denying employment or terminating someone due to these characteristics. The bill defines "protective hairstyles" and "race" to ensure the law encompasses various hair textures and styles often associated with certain racial and ethnic groups. The act aims to prevent discrimination and promote equal opportunity in the workplace.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (31)
Vernetta Alston (D)*,
Amber Baker (D)*,
Carolyn Logan (D)*,
Kandie Smith (D)*,
Kelly Alexander (D),
John Autry (D),
Cynthia Ball (D),
Mary Belk (D),
Cecil Brockman (D),
Terry Brown (D),
Deb Butler (D),
Becky Carney (D),
Ashton Clemmons (D),
Carla Cunningham (I),
Allison Dahle (D),
Terence Everitt (D),
Susan Fisher (D),
James Gailliard (D),
Pricey Harrison (D),
Zack Hawkins (D),
Rachel Hunt (D),
Ricky Hurtado (D),
Verla Insko (D),
Nasif Majeed (I),
Marcia Morey (D),
Garland Pierce (D),
Amos Quick (D),
Raymond Smith (D),
Evelyn Terry (D),
Brian Turner (D),
Julie Von Haefen (D),
Last Action
Ref to the Com on Judiciary 2, if favorable, Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House (on 03/01/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2021/H170 |
| Bill | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2021/Bills/House/PDF/H170v1.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2021/Bills/House/PDF/H170v0.pdf |
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