North Carolina CROWN Act prohibits workplace discrimination based on race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles.
The North Carolina CROWN Act amends state law to prohibit discrimination in employment based on race, including hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids and twists. It ensures that no person, firm, corporation, or government entity can deny or refuse employment or discharge an employee on these grounds. The act also protects employees from retaliation for filing claims or participating in investigations related to discrimination. This legislation aims to create a respectful and open work environment for all employees, regardless of their race or hairstyle.
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