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MS HB57
MS HB57The Crown Act; create to prohibit discrimination based on hairstyles in workplace and schools.
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Introduced
01/04/2023
01/04/2023
In Committee
01/04/2023
01/04/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/31/2023
01/31/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act To Create The "create A Respectful And Open Workplace For Natural (crown) Hair Act"; To Prohibit Creation Of Workplace And School Polices That Discriminate On The Basis Of Natural Hairstyles; To Prohibit Discrimination By An Employer, School, School District Or Administrator Engaged In Commerce On The Basis Of Hair Texture; To Prohibit Termination, Reduction Of Work Hours, Or Paying A Reduced Salary Or Wage Or Expulsion Or Dismissal Based On Hair Texture; To Provide The Remedies For Any Person Who Is Aggrieved By Violation Of This Act; And For Related Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Create A Respectful And Open Workplace For Natural (CROWN) Hair Act," aims to prohibit discrimination based on natural hairstyles in the workplace and schools. It prohibits employers, schools, and administrators from creating policies that restrict natural hairstyles, such as afros, braids, twists, and locks. The bill also prohibits discrimination in terms of compensation, promotions, or disciplinary actions based on an individual's natural hairstyle. The bill provides remedies, including the recovery of unpaid wages, damages, and attorney's fees, for those who have been aggrieved by a violation of this act.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Died In Committee (on 01/31/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2023/pdf/history/HB/HB0057.xml |
| BillText | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2023/html/HB/0001-0099/HB0057IN.htm |
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