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117th Congress > House > Vote 495
Clerk session vote number: 48
Sponsor: WATSON COLEMAN, Bonnie (D-NJ)
Description: Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act
Bill summary: Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act of 2022 or the CROWN Act of
2022
This bill prohibits discrimination based on a person's hair texture or hairstyle if that style or texture is commonly associated with a particular race or national origin. Specifically, the bill prohibits this type of discrimination against those participating in federally assisted programs, housing programs, public accommodations, and employment.
Persons shall not be deprived of equal rights under the
law and shall not be subjected to prohibited practices based on their hair texture or style.
The bill provides for enforcement procedures under the applicable laws.
Bill titles: To prohibit discrimination based on an individual's texture or style of hair.
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