This bill, known as the CROWN Act, aims to prevent discrimination based on hairstyles that are traditionally linked to racial identity, such as afros, braids, and locks. It ensures equality by prohibiting this kind of discrimination in public K-20 education systems. This law seeks to promote acceptance and eliminate bias, offering students equal access to educational opportunities regardless of their chosen or natural hairstyle.
Vote Yes on this bill if you want to ensure protection against discrimination based on hairstyles in educational institutions.
Organizations that support this bill may include civil rights groups and educational advocacy organizations.
Vote No on this bill if you want to maintain the current regulations regarding hairstyle-based discrimination.
Organizations that oppose this bill may include certain private institutions and groups concerned with regulatory burdens.