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FL H1253
Bill
Status
Failed
3/14/2022
Primary Sponsor
Kamia Brown
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AI Summary
- Cited as the "Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act" or "CROWN Act," the bill prohibits discrimination based on protected hairstyles in Florida's K-20 public education system
- Defines "protected hairstyle" as hair characteristics historically associated with race, such as hair texture and styles including afros, braids, locks, and twists
- Amends section 1000.05, F.S., to prohibit students from being excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination in any public K-20 education program or activity based on a protected hairstyle
- Requires private schools participating in state scholarship programs to treat "race" as inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles, as a condition of receiving state funds
- Effective date of July 1, 2022
Legislative Description
Prohibited Discrimination Based on Hairstyle
Last Action
Died in Secondary Education & Career Development Subcommittee
3/14/2022
Committee Referrals
Secondary Education and Career Development Subcommittee1/12/2022
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