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WV SB662
Bill
AI Summary
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Expands the definition of racial discrimination under West Virginia's Human Rights Commission laws to include discrimination based on hair textures and protective hairstyles historically associated with a particular race
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Defines "protective hairstyles" to include braids, locks, twists, and similar styles
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Amends the Code of West Virginia by adding a new section (§16B-17-21) to existing human rights law
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Introduced by Senator Garcia on March 4, 2025, and referred to the Government Organization and Judiciary committees
Legislative Description
Clarifying racial discrimination includes discrimination based on certain hair textures and hairstyles
Human Rights
Last Action
To Government Organization
3/4/2025
Committee Referrals
Government Organization3/4/2025
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