Indiana SB0154 prohibits race-based hair discrimination, including protective hairstyles like Afros and braids.

Indiana SB0154 amends the Indiana Code to prohibit discrimination based on race, including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles. The bill defines "protective hairstyles" to include Afros, Bantu knots, braids, locks, and twists, as well as tightly curled or coiled hair. It also expands the definition of "race" to include these traits. The bill makes it unlawful to exclude individuals from equal opportunities in employment, education, public accommodations, and housing based on race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles.

Indiana SB0154 prohibits race-based hair discrimination, including protective hairstyles like Afros and braids.

Indiana SB0154 amends the Indiana Code to prohibit discrimination based on race, including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles. The bill defines "protective hairstyles" to include Afros, Bantu knots, braids, locks, and twists, as well as tightly curled or coiled hair. It also expands the definition of "race" to include these traits. The bill makes it unlawful to exclude individuals from equal opportunities in employment, education, public accommodations, and housing based on race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles.