MS HB1224

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 and schools.

Prohibits employers, schools, and school districts from creating dress codes restricting natural hair, denying employment opportunities, reducing wages, or disciplining employees/students based on hairstyle.

Allows civil actions against violators with a 2-year statute of limitations, permitting recovery of unpaid wages, liquidated damages, compensatory damages, punitive damages, attorney's fees, and equitable relief.

Amends state discrimination policy (Section 25-9-149) to include natural, protective, or cultural hairstyles as protected categories and clarifies that condominium restrictions and real estate licensing standards cannot include discriminatory provisions based on hairstyle.

Authorizes counties and municipalities to adopt ordinances prohibiting discrimination on the basis of natural, protective, or cultural hairstyles with prescribed penalties.