North Carolina CROWN Act prohibits workplace discrimination based on hair texture and protective hairstyles.
The North Carolina CROWN Act amends Chapter 95 of the General Statutes to prohibit discrimination in employment based on hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles. This includes hairstyles such as bantu knots, braids, locks, and twists. The act applies to all employers, including state agencies, local governments, and public or private entities, and it is effective upon becoming law.
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