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MS HB687

MS HB687
The "Crown" Act; authorize to prohibit discrimination based on natural or protective hairstyles.

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Introduced
01/29/2024
In Committee
01/29/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/05/2024

Introduced Session

2024 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 Or Protective 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 Hair (CROWN) Act," prohibits employers, schools, and school districts from creating dress codes or policies that discriminate against natural or protective hairstyles, such as afros, braids, twists, and locks. The bill also prohibits these entities from discriminating against individuals by paying them lower wages, denying them promotions, or expelling or disciplining them based on their natural or protective hairstyles. The bill provides remedies for individuals who have been aggrieved by violations of the act, including the ability to recover unpaid wages, liquidated damages, compensatory damages, and punitive damages if the employer, school, or school district acted with malice or reckless indifference.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (30)

Last Action

Died In Committee (on 03/05/2024)
(3 Companion Bills)

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