The CROWN Act of 2025 would prohibit discrimination based on hair texture or hairstyles commonly linked to race or national origin. It covers federally funded programs, housing, public accommodations, and employment, and applies protections under existing civil rights laws. Examples include locs, braids, twists, cornrows, Bantu knots, and Afros. The bill was referred to House committees and has not been enacted.
If enacted, the bill would let people challenge covered discrimination based on these hair textures or styles through the enforcement systems used for the related civil rights laws. It would apply to individuals, employers, housing practices, public accommodations, and federally funded programs.
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The bill's findings and stated purpose say that hair-based discrimination can limit educational, employment, housing, and other opportunities. They support clear and enforceable protections against this discrimination.
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