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MS HB1007

MS HB1007
The Crown Act; prohibit discrimination based on natural hairstyles.


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Introduced
01/16/2023
In Committee
01/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
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; To Amend Section 25-9-149, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Conform The State Discrimination Policy To The Provisions Of This Act; To Amend Section 89-9-19, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That Condominium Restrictions Shall Not Include Discriminatory Provisions In Conformity With This Act; To Amend Section 73-35-21, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Clarify That Discriminatory Practices Are Grounds For Revocation Of Real Estate Sales And Broker Licenses; To Authorize Counties And Municipalities To Create Policies That Prohibit Discriminatory Practices In Conformity With 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, including afros, braids, twists, and locks, in the workplace, schools, and society. It prohibits employers, schools, and administrators from creating dress codes or policies that restrict natural hairstyles, and from discriminating against individuals based on their hair texture or natural hairstyles. The bill also provides remedies for aggrieved individuals, including the ability to recover unpaid wages, damages, and attorney's fees. Additionally, the bill amends existing state laws to align with the provisions of the CROWN Act, and authorizes counties and municipalities to create policies that prohibit discriminatory practices related to natural hairstyles.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 01/31/2023)

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