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NC H168

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/21/2025

Primary Sponsor

Amber Baker

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits employers (including private businesses, state agencies, and local governments) from denying employment or discharging employees based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, or national origin
  • Expands the legal definition of "race" to include traits historically associated with race, specifically hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles
  • Defines protective hairstyles to include bantu knots, braids, locks, and twists
  • Adds anti-retaliation protections for employees who file complaints or participate in investigations related to hair discrimination under the new statute
  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law and applies to all employers and current or prospective employees

Legislative Description

North Carolina CROWN Act

Public

Last Action

Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

2/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2/24/2025

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