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MS HB1224
MS HB1224Crown Act; authorize to prohibit discrimination in work places and living spaces based on hairstyles.
summary
Introduced
01/16/2023
01/16/2023
In Committee
01/16/2023
01/16/2023
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; 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 in workplaces and schools based on natural hairstyles, such as afros, braids, twists, and locks. It prohibits employers, schools, and administrators from creating policies that restrict natural hairstyles or discriminating against individuals based on their hair texture or natural hairstyles. The bill provides remedies for those who are aggrieved by violations of this act, including the ability to recover unpaid wages, damages, and attorney's fees. It also amends existing state laws to align with the provisions of this 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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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/2023/pdf/history/HB/HB1224.xml |
| BillText | http://billstatus.ls.state.ms.us/documents/2023/html/HB/1200-1299/HB1224IN.htm |
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