Mississippi Crown Act prohibits workplace and school discrimination based on natural hairstyles.
The Mississippi Crown Act aims to prohibit workplace and school policies that discriminate based on natural hairstyles, including afros, braids, twists, and locs. It also bans employers, schools, and school districts from discriminating against individuals based on hair texture. The act allows aggrieved individuals to seek civil remedies, including unpaid wages, damages, and attorney's fees. Counties and municipalities can adopt policies prohibiting discrimination based on natural hairstyles.
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