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MS HB1007

Bill

Status

Failed

1/31/2023

Primary Sponsor

Tracey Rosebud

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Origin

House of Representatives

2023 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Create A Respectful And Open Workplace For Natural (CROWN) Hair Act" to prohibit discrimination based on natural hairstyles including afros, braids, twists, and locks in workplaces, schools, and school districts.

  • Prohibits employers, schools, and school administrators from creating dress codes restricting natural hair, discriminating in pay or promotions, or disciplining employees or students based on natural hairstyles.

  • Establishes civil remedies allowing aggrieved persons to recover unpaid wages, liquidated damages, compensatory damages, punitive damages, attorney's fees, and other equitable relief, with a two-year statute of limitations for claims.

  • Amends existing state law (Sections 25-9-149, 89-9-19, and 73-35-21) to add natural, protective, or cultural hairstyle protections to state employment discrimination policies, condominium restrictions, and real estate licensing grounds.

  • Authorizes counties and municipalities to adopt ordinances prohibiting discrimination including discrimination based on natural, protective, or cultural hairstyles, with penalties in addition to other remedies.

Legislative Description

The Crown Act; prohibit discrimination based on natural hairstyles.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/31/2023

Committee Referrals

Judiciary B1/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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