H.R. 5309

Referred to Committee

CROWN Act of 2020

Introduced 12/5/2019•116th Congress•House

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Latest Action

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

9/22/2020 • Senate

Summary

Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act of 2020 or the CROWN Act of 2020

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.

Passed House • 9/21/2020

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Topics & Subjects

Policy Area: Civil Rights and Liberties, Minority Issues

Cosmetics and personal careDue process and equal protectionElementary and secondary educationEmployment discrimination and employee rightsHigher educationHousing discriminationPoverty and welfare assistancePublic housingRacial and ethnic relationsState and local government operations