MS HB1464

Establishes the "Create A Respectful And Open Workplace For Natural Hair (CROWN) Act" to prohibit employers, schools, and school districts from creating dress codes or policies that ban natural hairstyles including afros, braids, twists, and locks.

Prohibits discrimination against employees or students in salary, wage increases, promotions, discipline, or expulsion based on natural hairstyle worn, except where decisions are made pursuant to seniority systems, merit systems, production-based systems, or other bona fide job-related factors.

Classifies withheld wages or compensation due to hairstyle discrimination as unpaid minimum wages and prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose unlawful practices or participate in investigations.

Allows civil actions to be brought in any court of competent jurisdiction within two years of discriminatory practice, with remedies including unpaid wages, liquidated damages, compensatory damages, punitive damages, equitable relief, and attorney's fees.

Takes effect upon passage.